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Northern Traverse

Saint Bees, United Kingdom • 28-1 Mar-Apr 2026

Northern Traverse 2026 is a 300km self-supported ultra race following Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route from St Bees Seafront on the west coast to Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. Spanning the north of England, the route crosses three National Parks and climbs about 6,500 metres, taking in iconic mountains, valleys and moorland. The five-day event runs from 28 March to 1 April 2026, offering a spectacular endurance challenge through varied landscapes. It’s a self-supported format, with optional XCover insurance. The event is organized by Ourea Events and is widely regarded as one of the most spectacular ultra races in the world. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Saint Bees

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300 km
6500 m+
300km
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