Northern Traverse
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Northern Traverse
The Northern Traverse is a 300 km ultra route following Wainwright’s coast to coast line from St Bees on the west coast to Robin Hood's Bay on the east coast. The published route crosses three National Parks: the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors, and includes an estimated 6,500 m of ascent. The headline distance may vary between editions because the route can change due to landowner permissions.
The event emphasises self sufficiency. The route is not fully waymarked but is an established national hiking trail. Participants receive an official waterproof race map, a digital map and a GPX file of the route free of charge. The route is defined by Aid Stations and Intermediary Guidance Times, and there is a course closure after which arrivals are recorded as non competitive.
Aid Stations and Support Points appear at regular intervals along the route. Facilities vary by location and may include indoor space, toilets, tents for sleeping, showers, food and medical cover. Ennerdale is a water point only. Drop bags for support points are limited to 80 litre capacity and 15 kg weight and are handled at registration. Most aid stations provide hot and cold food with gluten free and vegan alternatives; medics are usually present to provide advice and emergency care.
Mandatory kit is checked at registration and additional exceptional weather items may be required. Registration takes place at St Bees School and the finish administration is at Fylingdales Village Hall in Robin Hood's Bay. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
