The Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra
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Event overview
The Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra 2026 is an ultra trail event on 8 March 2026 that follows the Northumberland coastline. Distances offered include:
- 54km Ultra
- 27km Ultra
The route starts near Bamburgh Castle and finishes at Druridge Bay Country Park. Along the way runners pass Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village, and Warkworth Castle. The 27km option is new for 2026 and runs from Boulmer to Druridge Bay.
Practical information
Start locations are: Car Park, Links Road, Bamburgh NE69 7AX (54km) and Boulmer Lifeboat Station NE66 3BN (27km). The finish is at Druridge Bay Country Park NE61 5BX. This is an A-B event so runners must book the shuttle bus to the start or arrange their own transport; bag drop is available at registration and there are no buses after the event. Feed stations are located at Low Newton, Boulmer, and Warkworth Beach. Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. Car parking at Druridge Bay Country Park is payable. All finishers receive an event medal, a long-sleeve T-shirt, and snacks and drinks.
Mandatory kit requires a backpack with water/fluids, a charged mobile phone with emergency contacts, food/gels, a headtorch (if finishing after 4:30pm), and a lightweight jacket. Registration opens 10/03/2025 and closes 03/03/2026. Entry prices start from £58 for the 54km and £40 for the 27km, with higher fees for bus options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.