The Northumbrian
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Trail Runs
The Northumbrian trail runs take place at Kielder Waterside Park on Saturday 27 June 2026. The programme uses newly created trails at Kielder and links into the triathlon run loop used on the following day. One named section is the Lonesome Pine trail; the route includes views of Kielder Water and passes through the event village on the final laps of Bull Crag, finishing at the lake edge.
There are two race options:
- 50K Ultra : actual distance 48 km, 675 m elevation
- 28K Trail : actual distance 27.6 km, 400 m elevation
Both races are UTMB Index events and are licensed by the Trail Running Association; they will adhere to UK Athletics rules. Cutoff times are given as elapsed limits at checkpoints and finish: 20 km in 4 hours, 30 km in 6 hours, and 50 km in 10 hours. Minimum ages are 18 for the 28K and 20 for the 50K.
Mandatory kit requirements include water carrying capacity (500 ml to 1 L), a functioning head torch, suitable trail running footwear, a waterproof jacket with hood, a medical kit, a reusable cup, a fully charged mobile phone, survival bag, food reserves, whistle, and personal ID. Race entries include an event t-shirt, electronic chip timing, on-course support and nutrition, a medal, and a registration goody bag. Entry fees listed are £65 for the 50K Ultra and £40 for the 28K Trail. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
