Urban Trail Series
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Durham Coastal Half Marathon
Organised by Trail Outlaws, the Durham Coastal Half Marathon is a point to point, off road half marathon along the Durham Coastal Path from Seaham (Noses Point) to Crimdon. The course runs through a series of denes and the woodland of Hawthorn Dene and has been measured by GPS at approximately 13.1 miles.
The route combines gently undulating cliff top sections with steeper ascents and descents through the denes. Runners encounter roughly 320 steps. Total ascent is 1,608 feet and total descent is 1,654 feet. The event uses a four hour cut off at the finish for safety and results purposes.
Event services and inclusions are provided on the day and with entry. These include a bespoke medal, electronic timing and instant online results provided by TOTS, feed stations offering water and sweets with more substantial snacks on longer events, route waymarking and marshals, medical cover, free event parking and digital photography. Awards are given to the first three male and female finishers and in age categories at 40, 50, 60, 70 and 80. A free shuttle bus returns runners from the finish to the start and parking area. There is an option to purchase a bespoke event t shirt.
Mandatory kit requirements include shoes suitable for the ground conditions. Competitors are responsible for their own navigation, must log with marshals at checkpoints and must display or be able to show their bib number when requested. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
