Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Gilesgate
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Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Gilesgate overview
This is a 7 hour timed trail event held at Durham Amateur Rowing Club beside the River Wear. The course runs along a riverside stretch with views of the Cathedral and is fully signed. Navigation experience is not required.
The event uses a looped course. A full lap is listed as 4.37 miles (7 km) but may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points within the lap. The minimum distance to be an official finisher is 3 km.
Distances and common targets:
- 3 km minimum official finish
- Half marathon requires 3 laps
- Marathon requires 6 laps
- Ultra requires 7 laps or more
- 50 km distance also available
Facilities and services include a start/finish aid and drinks table each lap, snacks with vegan options, themed finisher medals and distance pins for half-marathon and longer, and a goody bag with a vegan option. Toilets and changing facilities are available at race HQ. There is an unattended bag drop near the start/finish; the organiser accepts no liability for lost items.
Other details: entries are limited to 300, entries close 20/06/2026, minimum age 12 years, and runners over 45 km must be at least 20 years old. Headphones are allowed. Final race instructions and number pick up are handled on race day and by email before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
