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Tidal Trails

Name: Tidal Trails
Start: 2025-08-17
End: 2025-08-17
Location: South Shields

South Shields, United Kingdom • 17 Aug 2025

Tidal Trails is a vibrant running and beach festival held in South Shields, offering a unique blend of trail running and seaside fun. The event features an 8K trail run starting and finishing on the beach, with a scenic route ascending to the iconic Leas area overlooking the sea. For beginners and younger participants, a shorter 2km run is available, alongside the Super Sand Sprint, a barefoot beach dash.

Families can join Paula Radcliffe’s Families on Track relay, designed for all ages and abilities. The festival atmosphere includes live music, beach games, food, and entertainment, making it a lively, family-friendly celebration of outdoor activity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North East (England) South Shields

Race information

8 km

8km Trail Run

2km Trail Run

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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