The Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra
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The Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra 2027
This is an A-B ultra trail event along the Northumberland coast, running from near Bamburgh Castle to Druridge Bay Country Park. The route passes coastal landmarks including Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village and Warkworth Castle. Start locations and finish are on public sites in the area.
Event distances:
- 54 km Ultra
- 27 km Trail Run
Routes are available to view and download. The event requires runners to either book the shuttle bus from the finish to the start in advance or arrange their own transport to the start; there are no buses after the event. Registration includes a bag drop and all bags are transported to the finish.
Well stocked feed stations are placed on the route; for the 54 km course these include Low Newton, Boulmer and Warkworth Beach, and the 27 km route is served at Warkworth Beach. Runners must carry a backpack containing water or fluids, a charged mobile phone with emergency contacts, food or gels, a headtorch if finishing after 4:30pm, and a lightweight jacket.
Live chip timing is provided. There is a strict finish cut off at 6pm and anyone who has not reached the final feed station by 4:30pm will not be allowed to continue. All finishers receive a metal event medal, an event T-shirt, and snacks and drinks. Car parking at Druridge Bay Country Park is payable. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
