Urban Trail Series
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Washington Trail 10K
The Washington Trail 10K is organised by Trail Outlaws as part of the Urban Trail Series. The route covers 10 km around James Steel Park and on woodland trails along the banks of the River Wear. The course listing gives an ascent of 413 feet and a descent of 412 feet, with a race cut off of 2 hours.
Race facilities and services include bespoke medals, electronic race timing and instant online results provided by TOTS, feed stations offering water and sweets, fully marked and marshalled routes, on-site medical cover, free event parking and digital photography. Awards are given to the first three male and female finishers and for age categories 40, 50, 60, 70 and 80. Route files are available for download in GPX and KML formats.
Participants are responsible for navigation during the event and must log their number with marshals at checkpoints. Mandatory kit includes shoes suitable for the ground conditions. The event notes specific rules about earphones, checkpoint procedures, littering and disqualification for unsafe or unsporting behaviour. Race registration and parking are listed at Saint Robert of Newminster School, Biddick Lane, Washington, Tyne and Wear NE38 8AF.
Past participant feedback shows an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 229 reviews, with scenery, atmosphere and organisation each rated 5 out of 5. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
