Kielder Marathon Weekend

OCT
3-4
2026
Run around Kielder Water's scenic shores at the Altra Kielder Marathon Weekend on 3 and 4 October 2026, with marathon, half, 10K, gravel duathlon and junior races. Off road routes, medals, goody bags and free park and ride.
Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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Event overview

The Altra Kielder Marathon Weekend is a multi-event running weekend at Kielder Forest Park, Hexham NE48 1BT. The weekend is scheduled for 3rd to 4th October 2026 and takes place around Kielder Water, described in the event text as northern Europe’s largest man-made lake. The main marathon follows an almost entirely off-road route around the lake.

Races and entry fees

The event programme includes multiple race types across the weekend:

  • Marathon
  • Half Marathon
  • 10K
  • Gravel Duathlon
  • Junior races

Published entry fees on the event page are: Marathon £38-40, Half Marathon £32-34, 10K £22-24, Gravel Duathlon £53 (individual) or £70 (team of 3), Junior races £8 (U11 and U15). Affiliated and unaffiliated pricing is shown for some distances.

Facilities and prizes

Finishers receive a medal and a goody bag. The event provides a free Park & Ride system for runners and offers spectator passes with shuttle buses to vantage points. There is a secure baggage drop, local produce and refreshments available, and prizes for the top three male and female finishers plus first in V40, V50 and V60 categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Junior
Gravel Duathlon