Beyond Trails Newcastle

Event overview

Beyond Newcastle takes place on 25 April 2026 in central Newcastle, with start and finish on the Swing Bridge at Newcastle Quayside. The event offers two organised trail running options: a longer ultra distance and a shorter trail distance. Both routes are fully waymarked, have feed stations and medical support, and provide GPX route files and chip timing. There are enforced cut-off points on the course and participants should expect mixed terrain including footpaths, parks, woodland trails, riverside paths, disused railway lines and steps. Parts of the course may be muddy depending on weather.

Routes and logistics

• 55 km Ultra
• 25 km Trail

The 55 km ultra follows the River Tyne to Wylam, returns along the river to Derwenthaugh Marina, then follows the River Derwent through High Spen, Chopwell Woods and Lintzford before rejoining the Derwent Walk and the River Tyne back to the Swing Bridge finish. The 25 km route follows the Tyne, crosses Scotswood Bridge, loops around Derwent Walk Country Park and returns along the Derwent and Tyne to the Swing Bridge finish.

Feed stations: three on the 55 km route (Wylam Car Park at about 15 km; two on the Derwent Walk at about 32 km and 44 km) and one on the 25 km route (Derwent Walk at about 13 km). Age limits apply: 20 or over for the 55 km and 18 or over for the 25 km. Entries include a finishers' medal, chip timing, GPX files, feed stations and medical support. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.