Northern Traverse

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

Event overview

Northern Traverse® 2026 is a multi-day, self-supported ultra race held from Saturday 28 March to Wednesday 1 April 2026. The route follows Wainwright’s Coast to Coast line, starting at St Bees Seafront on the west coast and finishing in Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. The planned distance is 300 km with around 6,500 m of ascent. The course crosses the north of England and passes through three National Parks, including mountains, valleys and moorland. The event organiser is Ourea Events.

Entries and fees

Entries open 9 April 2025 and close 22 March 2026. The event minimum age is 18 or older. Entry fees total either £799, £849 or £899 depending on entry date. A non-refundable deposit is required in stages: £99 (until 20 April 2025), £149 (until 26 October 2025) or £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 in certain unforeseen circumstances. Viewings of terms, cancellation and refund policy are available through the event organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

UTMB 50K UTMB 100K UTMB 100M
300 km
6500 m+
300km
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