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Tidal Trails

South Shields, United Kingdom • 16 Aug 2026

Tidal Trails - South Shields, 16 August 2026

Tidal Trails is a beach-based running and festival event held in South Shields on 16 August 2026. The event includes an Event Village with food and drink vendors, a stage with music and entertainment, and beach games and activities throughout the afternoon.

Races and on-site activities

  • 8 km Trail run, starts and finishes on the beach, route continues onto the Leas grass above the shoreline.
  • 2 km Short trail for beginners and younger runners.
  • Super Sand Sprint Short barefoot sprint across the beach.
  • Families on Track Continuous relay designed for participants of all ages.

Ticket types and published prices include an 8 km entry at £35 (includes all day Event Village access), adult 2 km at £15, U16 2 km at £8, Event Village adult access at £10, and Event Village U16 access at £5. The event is presented as a festival-style day combining running, family activities, and live entertainment. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) South Shields

Race information

Website
8 km
8km Trail Run
Adult 2km Trail Run
U16 2km Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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