Watergate at Whitehills 5K

Gateshead, United Kingdom • 20 Aug 2026

Watergate at Whitehills 5K

Watergate at Whitehills 5K is organised by Low Fell Running Club and takes place on 20 August 2026 at Whitehills Nature Park, Wrekenton, Great Britain. The event comprises a senior 5 km race and a junior 2.5 km race.

The course is a fast, flat two lap route on gravel trails located on the site used for Wrekenton cross country, arranged to avoid the hills. Chip timing will be used for 2026.

Distances

  • 5 km Senior race
  • 2.5 km Junior race

Entry details are provided by the organiser. Senior entry fees are listed as £18 for affiliated runners and £20 for unaffiliated runners, with U18 senior rates at £6 or £8. Junior entries are £6 affiliated and £8 unaffiliated. Entry on the day is permitted with an additional £2 per entry if places remain.

Race administration follows UK Athletics rules. No headphones are permitted except bone conduction types. Race numbers are transferable until 19/05/26. Club vests must be worn for UKA affiliated entries. Registration closes on 19 August 2026 at 23:59. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
U18 Senior Race 5k
5 km
Senior Race 5k
Junior Race 2.5k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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