The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at Wheelbirks Parlour, Wheelbirks Farm, Stocksfield, Northumberland. Competitors run 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.

The event offers solo and new five-person team categories, with team totals combined while at least two members remain running. Participants enjoy free camping, refreshments, and eco-friendly race mementos. Onsite catering and essential facilities are provided, emphasizing an environmentally conscious atmosphere. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.