Northern Traverse

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

Northern Traverse 2026

The Northern Traverse is a 300 km self-supported ultra race that follows Britain’s northern landscape from the west coast to the east coast. The event utilizes Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route, starting at the St Bees Seafront and concluding at Robin Hood’s Bay.

The course traverses the north of England, passing through three different National Parks. Participants encounter a variety of terrain including mountains, valleys, and moors. The total elevation gain for the journey is approximately 6,500m of ascent.

Key event details include:

  • 300 km distance
  • Self-supported format
  • Minimum participant age of 18

The race is scheduled to take place over several days between late March and early April. Registration involves a non-refundable deposit followed by instalment payments. Optional refund protection is available for participants who may be unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances. Entries for the event close two months prior to the start date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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