The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at Wheelbirks Parlour, Wheelbirks Farm in Stocksfield, Northumberland. Participants must complete a 4.1-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains. The course features approximately 550 feet of elevation gain per loop, traversing farmland, single-track trails, and woodland dirt tracks on private land, making pre-race reconnaissance impossible.

New for 2025 is a five-person team option, with combined totals determining team winners alongside individual competition. The event offers free camping, refreshments, onsite catering, and eco-friendly race mementos. Proper weather-appropriate gear and headtorches are required for night running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.