Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra
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Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra
Trail Outlaws stages the Saint Cuthbert's Way Ultra along the full length of St Cuthbert's Way from Melrose in the Scottish Borders to Holy Island in Northumberland. The route crosses the national border and traverses sections of the Scottish Borders and Northumberland National Park. The course is fully way marked and marshalled.
The main distance is 100 km with an alternative 60 km option. The 100 km race has an overall cut off of 20 hours and an entry limit of 150 runners. All entrants receive a live GPS tracker and chip timing. Checkpoints provide water, sweets and savoury snacks, and there are more substantial food options at Wooler and Morebattle. Two drop bags are permitted for the 100 km race, to be left at Wooler and Morebattle; drop bags must be clearly labelled and are not returned if unused.
Registration and parking are available at Wooler; registration is also possible at Melrose. A bookable coach transfer from Wooler to Melrose is offered for those without transport. A free shuttle runs from the finish at Holy Island back to Wooler.
Entrants must meet a qualification requirement: completion of at least a half marathon within the last three years, or a planned marathon before the event. Mandatory kit is required and includes items such as proof of ID, head torch with spare batteries, whistle, survival bag, compass and maps, waterproof jacket and trousers, at least 500 ml water, emergency food, a personal cup and a fully charged phone. All checkpoints have basic first aid facilities and competitors are responsible for their own navigation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
