Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike
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Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike
Organised by Macmillan Cancer Support, the Northumberland Coast Mighty Hike is a fundraising walking event based in Alnwick NE66 1NQ, United Kingdom. The event offers two measured route options along the Northumberland coast and includes on-route support and services for participants. It is scheduled for early September 2026.
- Half Marathon 12.9 mi
- Marathon 26.2 mi
The route starts at Alnwick Castle, follows sweeping beaches and coastal villages along the Northumberland Coast, and finishes at Bamburgh Castle. Regular pit stops are provided along the way with snacks, toilets, and medical support.
Registration includes a Macmillan hiking top, training and fundraising support from the Mighty Hike team, a fresh buffet lunch, pit stops stocked with snacks, and a hot meal at the finish. Expert mountain leaders guide the route, and free professional photos are provided. Finishers receive a commemorative medal and a glass of bubbly.
Logistics information notes parking for both distances at The Pastures via Denwick Bridge, Alnwick NE66 2QP, and additional parking at the marathon finish at Glebe Field, Radcliffe Road, Bamburgh NE69 7AE. Free shuttle buses run from the finish to the start before and after the hike. Discounts are available for teams of five or more. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
