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LRC Tees Trailtastic

Name: LRC Tees Trailtastic
Start: 2027-07-04
End: 2027-07-04
Location: Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle, United Kingdom • 4 Jul 2027

LRC Tees Trailtastic

LRC Tees Trailtastic is a trail running event in County Durham based at the TCR Hub in Barnard Castle. The courses run along sections of the Teesdale Way over rolling terrain with a few gentle inclines and descents. The event is presented as an off road adventure rather than a race and is scheduled for 4 July 2027.

Available distances:

3.5 miles, ages 15 or older
9 miles, ages 17 or older
15 miles, ages 17 or older

All courses are marked, marshalled and signposted. Aid stations provide water and fuel on each course: one station for the 3.5 mile route, two for the 9 mile route and four for the 15 mile route, with hydration supplied by Precision Fuel & Hydration. The event has a five hour cut off and TRA licensing and UK Athletics rules apply.

Event services include finish-line mementos, finish-line goodies, free professional photographs, optional group warm-up and post run LRC Yoga, and spot prizes from local businesses. Facilities note toilets are available at the race HQ. Paid parking is available at Teesdale School for £5, with limited free parking around the town. There are no changing facilities at the TCR Hub and valuables should be left in vehicles or with a spectator.

Entries open 22 June 2026 and close 3 July 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Barnard Castle

Race information

Registration

15 mi

15 Miles

9 mi

9 Miles

4 mi

3.5 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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