Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Gilesgate
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Event details
The event takes place on Sunday 15 February 2026 at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU. It is a 7-hour timed running challenge with a maximum of 300 entrants. Entries close on 14/02/2026. Minimum age is 12 years. Anyone wishing to run over 45 km must be 20 years or older; 18- and 19-year-olds may run up to 45 km. Entry fees shown are Affiliated £27.00 and Unattached £29.00. Transfers are available for a fee of £2.50 online and deferrals to another event are available for a one-off fee of £18.
Course, distances and facilities
The course follows a stretch of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. It is described as flat, on trail and fully signed. The lap is listed as 7 km (4.37 miles) but may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points within the lap to allow compliance with age rules.
- Minimum 3 km
- Full lap 7 km (4.37 miles)
- Half marathon - 3 laps
- Marathon - 6 laps
- Ultra - 7 or more laps
- 50 km option
Medals are awarded to finishers who complete at least 3 km. Distance pins are available for half-marathon and longer finishes within the 7-hour limit. The event provides an aid/drinks table each lap with vegan options, goody bags with a vegan selection on request, toilets and changing facilities (use subject to venue rules), a non-secure bag drop, limited free on-street parking nearby, and headphones are allowed. Runners are asked to be considerate of other public footpath users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
