Saturn Running - Gilesgate

AUG
29
2027
Seven hour Time Challenge on a signed trail loop along the River Wear in Durham offering distances from 3 km to 50 km with medals, pins and aid stations.
Sun 29 Aug 2027
50 kilometers Marathon Half Marathon 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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About the race

Saturn Running stages the GNR & Time Turner event on Sunday 29 August 2027 at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU. The event is a licensed trail run held under UK Athletics rules and runs along a signed section of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral.

This is a seven hour Time Challenge that lets participants choose how many laps to complete. The minimum distance is 3 km. A full lap measures 4.37 miles (about 7 km) and may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop depending on course conditions. The lap includes 3 km and 5 km turn points to accommodate age-related UK Athletics distance rules. Laps required for common distances are 3 for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon and 7 or more for an ultra; a 50 km option is also available.

Distances and entry prices include:

  • 3 km (£18)
  • 5 km (£27)
  • 10 km (£27)
  • Half Marathon (£30)
  • Marathon (£30)
  • 50 km (£30)
  • Time Challenge and Ultra Marathon (£30)

Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal; distance pins are awarded for half-marathon and longer distances and are attached to the medal ribbon. Aid and drinks tables are available at the start/finish of each lap, with vegan options. Toilets and changing facilities are at race HQ. Bag drop is unstaffed and left at participants’ own risk. Pay and display parking is available nearby; parking in the rowing club car park is not permitted. Headphones are allowed. Final race instructions and number pick up details are issued by email before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Events nearby

A seven-mile trail race through the Gibside National Trust estate on 15 November 2026, passing historic landmarks. The event includes water stations, distance markers, baggage storage and live chip timing.
Charity 5 km trail run at Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park, two laps on undulating mixed terrain, organised by Billingham Running Club to raise funds for local charities.
Social 5 km and 10 km trail runs around the Derwent Valley from Pedalling Squares in Swalwell, with coffee afterward, free parking at Swalwell Bank, no dogs allowed.
A 2.5 km or 5.0 km trail run at Durham Amateur Rowing Club with themed medals, a Santa visit, and a fully signed course along the River Wear.
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