Saturn Running - Gilesgate

Trail Running Along the River Wear

The Dun Holm Challenge - Day 2 takes place in the historic city of Durham, with the event hub located at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club. This event follows a trail course along a scenic stretch of the River Wear, offering views of Durham Cathedral. The route is fully signed, requiring no previous navigational experience. Participants of all abilities are welcome, including walkers.

Flexible Distance Options

This event is formatted as a 7-hour time challenge, allowing participants to control their own distance. Runners can complete as many or as few laps as they wish within the time limit. A single full lap is typically 4.37 miles (7km), though a 3.28 mile course may be used depending on local conditions. The minimum distance considered a finished result is 5km. Specific distance categories available for entry include:

• 3km
• 5km
• 10km
• Half Marathon
• Marathon
• 50km
• Ultra Marathon

Participant Support and Facilities

An aid table is located at the start and finish of each lap, providing a selection of sweet and savoury snacks such as fruit, cookies, and crisps, with vegan options available. Finishers receive a themed medal and a goody bag. Runners completing a distance of a half marathon or further are eligible for specific distance pins to attach to their medal ribbon.

The race headquarters provides access to toilets and changing facilities. An unstaffed bag drop area is available near the start and finish line. For those traveling by public transport, the Durham train station is located approximately a 20 to 30 minute walk from the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.