Rising Sun Country Park 10K Trail Run

Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom • 27 Sep 2026

Event overview

Rising Sun Country Park 10K Trail Run takes place on 27 September 2026 in Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne (Whitley Road, NE12 9SS). The event is organised by VO2 Max Events and is scheduled as an in-person trail run.

Course and format

The race is a 10 km trail run through the country park. The route goes across grasslands, woodlands, and a nature reserve. Trails include a mix of marked and unmarked paths. The course features some steep inclines, wet patches, and muddy sections. The event is canicross friendly and allows one well controlled dog per runner. The minimum age to take part is 16 years on the day.

Entry and event services

Entry fee is £27.00 plus a booking fee; a 5% fee is applied per order. Registration closes on 25 September 2026. Event services listed include a fully marked course, marshals on route, live chip timing, live online results, event photography, finish line snack, finishers’ medals, and finish line merchandise. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
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