Saturn Running - New Herrington
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Event overview
Ooops I Ran It Again - North is organised by Saturn Running and takes place on 19 July 2026 at Herrington Country Park in New Herrington, Houghton-le-Spring (DH4 7EL). The event is run as a 7 hour Time Challenge that allows entrants to choose how many laps they complete. A member entry price of £17 is available only to members; general prices listed range from £18 to £29.
Race format and distances
- 3km (minimum distance to be classed as a finisher and receive a medal)
- 5km
- 10km
- Half Marathon (3 laps)
- Marathon (6 laps)
- 50km
- Ultra Marathon
- Time Challenge
A full lap is described as 4.37 miles / 7km, though this may change to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The lap includes marked 3k and 5k turn points. It is 7 laps or more for an ultra distance. Age restrictions apply to some distances (examples given: 5km from 12 years, 10km from 16 years, half-marathon from 17 years, marathon and ultra from 18 years, 50km from 20 years).
Facilities and rules
The course lies within Herrington Country Park; the final route will be confirmed before the event. There is car parking and toilets at the venue HQ. An aid and drinks table with snacks (including vegan options) will be available at the start/finish of each lap. Finishers receive a goody bag; a vegan goody bag can be requested. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon and greater distances. A bag drop is provided but is not secure. Headphones are allowed and the event uses public footpaths, so runners should be considerate of other users. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
