Rising Sun Country Park 10K Trail Run

Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom • 27 Sep 2026

Event summary

The Rising Sun Country Park 10K Trail Run takes place on 27 September 2026 at Rising Sun Country Park, Whitley Road, Benton, NE12 9SS, Newcastle upon Tyne, Great Britain. The event is organised by VO2 Max Events and features a 10 km trail distance. Entry price is £26.00 plus an online booking fee applied per order. Registration closes 25 September 2026.

Event details

The course runs through grasslands, woodlands and a nature reserve. Trails include a mix of marked and unmarked paths. Runners should expect steep inclines, wet patches and muddy sections. Wildlife may be present along the route. The event is canicross friendly; one well controlled dog is allowed per runner. Minimum age is 16 years on the day.

On-course support and services listed for the event include marshals on route, event photography, live chip timing with live online results, a finish line snack, finish line merchandise and a finisher's medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
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