Saturn 7 Hour Time Challenge - Gilesgate

SATURN - GNR & Time Turner 2026 - Durham

The event is a seven hour timed challenge held on Sunday 30 August 2026 at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Old Elvet, Durham. It is a lap-based trail run along the River Wear with views of the Cathedral and fully signed routing.

Participants may choose their own distance within the event format. Key distance details:

• Minimum distance: 3 km.
• Full lap: 7 km (4.37 miles); course may be changed to a 3.28 mile loop.
• Half marathon: 3 laps.
• Marathon: 6 laps.
• Ultra: 7 laps or more; 50 km distance available.

Finishers who complete at least 3 km receive a themed medal. Distance pins are awarded for half-marathon, mega-half, marathon, 50 km and ultra achievements. All finishers receive a goody bag, with a vegan option available. An aid table and drinks table are provided at the start and finish area each lap, offering drinks and savoury or sweet snacks with vegan options.

Facilities include toilets and changing at race headquarters. A bag drop area is provided but it is unattended and the organiser accepts no liability for lost items. Headphones are permitted. The event is held on public footpaths; runners should be considerate of other path users.

Maximum entries are 300. Entries close 29/08/2026. Transfers and deferrals are possible under the organiser terms with associated fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.