Saturn Running - Gilesgate
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Event overview
The Rise From The Ashes Run - North is organised by Saturn Running and takes place on 18 January 2026 at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU. The event is run as a 7 hour Time Challenge that allows participants to choose how many laps to complete. The minimum distance is 3 km. A full lap is listed as 7 km (4.37 miles) but the course may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on conditions. There are 3 km and 5 km turn points within the lap to accommodate age-based distance rules. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 laps for a marathon, and 7 or more laps for an ultra. A 50 km option is available.
Membership offers a reduced entry price of £17.00 for members; members are guaranteed entry and receive a mini-medal pin at events. Other entry prices vary by distance.
Distances
- 3 km
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon
- 50 km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge
Course, awards and facilities
The course is a fully signed trail alongside the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. Participants who complete at least 3 km are classed as finishers and receive a themed medal. Distance pins are available for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. There is an aid and drinks table at the start/finish of each lap with drinks and snacks, including vegan options. Finishers receive a goody bag, with a vegan goody bag available. Toilets and changing facilities are at race HQ. Bag drop is provided but unstaffed and items are left at the participant's risk. Nearby parking includes free on-street and pay-and-display city centre options. Headphones are allowed. Final race information is sent by email shortly before the event and number pick up is on the day at race registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
