Saturn Running - Gilesgate
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Event overview
Saturn Running stages the GNR & Time Turner 2026 in Durham on Sunday 30 August 2026. The race HQ is at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU. The event is a 7 hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to run, with a minimum distance of 3 km. Walkers are welcome.
The advertised entry price of £17.00 is available only to members. Members are guaranteed entry and receive a mini-me medal pin at every event they attend.
Course, distances and facilities
The course is a signed trail along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. A 3k and a 5k turn point are on the lap to allow compliance with UK Athletics age rules. Toilets and changing facilities are available at race HQ. A bag drop is provided but is not staffed and items are left at the participant's own risk. There is nearby free on-street parking or pay-and-display city centre parking. Headphones are allowed. An aid table and drinks table are provided at the start/finish of each lap, offering drinks and snacks with vegan options. Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal; distance pins are provided for half-marathon distance and above. Finishers also receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag option is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- Minimum: 3 km (part of a lap)
- Full lap: 7 km or 4.37 miles (may change to a 3.28 mile loop)
- Half marathon: 3 laps
- Marathon: 6 laps
- Ultra: 7+ laps (50 km distance available)
