Saturn - Remembrance Run - North

NOV
8
2026
Honour fallen heroes on a scenic trail along the River Wear in Durham. This timed event lets you choose your distance, from a 3km run to an ultra marathon. All finishers receive a commemorative medal.
Sun 8 Nov 2026
50 kilometers Marathon Half Marathon 7 kilometers

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Event Overview

The Saturn - Remembrance Run - North East is a timed running event on Sunday, 8th November 2026 in Durham. The event takes place at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club.

Course and Format

This is a timed event of 6 hours and 32 minutes. Participants choose their own distance by completing laps. The standard full lap is 4.37 miles (7km), but this may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on conditions. There are also shorter turn points for a 3km or 5km distance. A half marathon is 3 laps, a marathon is 6 laps, and an ultra marathon is 7 or more laps. A 50km distance is also available.

The course runs along the River Wear with views of Durham Cathedral and is classified as a trail run. The route is fully signed.

At 11am, there will be a 2-minute silence for remembrance. This time will be deducted from each participant's total running time.

Event Details

All participants who complete at least 3km will receive a Remembrance-themed finisher's medal. Distance pins for a half marathon, marathon, 50km, and ultra are available for those who achieve those distances.

An aid station at the start/finish area provides drinks, crisps, cheese, fruit, cookies, and vegan options.

Facilities include toilets, changing rooms, showers, and a bar within the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. There is space for bag drop, but it is not secure. Nearby on-street and city centre parking is available.

Headphones are permitted during the run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

50 km
50km Distance Available
Marathon
Marathon (6 Laps)
Half Marathon
Half Marathon (3 Laps)
7 km
Full Lap 4.37 Miles (7km)
Minimum Distance 3km
Ultra (7 or More Laps)