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The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra

Stocksfield, United Kingdom • 20 Sep 2025

The Cow Shed Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at Wheelbirks Parlour, Wheelbirks Farm in Stocksfield, Northumberland. Competitors run a 4.1-mile loop every hour on the hour, continuing until only one runner remains. The course features approximately 550 feet of elevation gain per loop, traversing farmland, single-track trails, and woodland dirt tracks on private land, making pre-race reconnaissance impossible.

Participants must pace themselves carefully to finish each loop within the hour. The event offers solo and new five-person team categories, with prizes for the last individual and team standing. Amenities include free camping, hot and cold drinks, snacks, onsite catering, and eco-friendly race mementos. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) Stocksfield

Race information

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4 mi
550 m+
4.1-Mile Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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