The Priory 100km Ultra

Bamburgh, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Event Overview

The Priory 100km Ultra is a point-to-point trail run along the Northumberland coastline, starting near Bamburgh Castle and finishing at Tynemouth Priory. The route passes landmarks including Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village, and Warkworth Castle, before continuing through Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay, and Cullercoats.

Route and Support

The course is 100 km long with approximately 730 meters (2,400 feet) of elevation. The route is waymarked. The event is fully supported with five feed stations located at Low Newton, Boulmer, Warkworth Beach, Newbiggin, and Blyth. These provide snacks, fruit, chocolate, and sports nutrition products. There is medical cover and marshals at key points.

Logistics

Runners must arrange their own transport to the start at the car park on Links Road, Bamburgh. A bag drop service is available at registration, with bags transported to the finish at Tynemouth Priory. The event has a 24-hour time limit. All runners are tracked live.

Runner Requirements

A mandatory kit list includes a backpack with water, a charged mobile phone with emergency contacts, food or gels, a headtorch for those finishing after 9 PM, and a lightweight jacket. Finishers receive a metal medal, exclusive merchandise, food, and hot drinks. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
100km
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