Northern Traverse

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

Event

Northern Traverse® 2026 is a self-supported ultra running event held from 28 March to 1 April 2026. The route starts at St Bees on the west coast and finishes at Robin Hood's Bay on the east coast, following Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route. The course distance is 300 km and includes about 6,500 m of ascent. The route crosses three National Parks and passes mountains, valleys and moors. Minimum age for entry is 18.

Entry and fees

Entries open 9 April 2025 and close 15 March 2026. Entry fee totals vary by entry date: £799, £849 or £899. A non-refundable deposit is required and varies by date: £99 until 20 April 2025, £149 until 26 October 2025, and £199 from 27 October 2025 until entries close. The remaining balance of £700 is payable in two interest-free instalments: £350 due by 1 July 2025 and £350 due by 1 December 2025. The event offers an optional XCover product that may provide a refund if a participant is unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances.

Organizer: Ourea Events. Event location is St Bees Seafront. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M
300 km
Total Distance
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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