Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run

Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run - Shotley Bridge, County Durham

The Four Reservoirs Ultra Trail Run takes place on 18 October 2026 in Shotley Bridge, County Durham. The event uses routes that pass moorland ridges, woodland gorges, footpaths and reservoir shorelines to showcase a variety of local terrain.

Distances

• 25 km - follows the Ultra route to Rowley Station then descends to Allensford Park
• 53 km - circular route via Derwent Walk, Waskerley Way and the four reservoirs

The 25 km route rejoins the Ultra line through Ebchester, Hamsterley and the Derwent Walk. The 53 km course passes Waskerley, Smiddy Shaw and Hisehope Reservoirs, includes a road section through Muggleswick with views over Derwent Reservoir, and uses footpaths in Derwent Gorge and Muggleswick Woods before returning via Ebchester and Hamsterley.

Feed provision and kit requirements are specified. There are three feed stations on the 53 km course and one on the 25 km; stations are stocked with VOOM Nutrition Pocket Rockets, VOOM hydration and a selection of sweet and savoury snacks. Mandatory kit for 53 km runners includes a backpack with fluids, a charged mobile phone with ICE contacts, food or gels, a lightweight jacket and a headtorch.

Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North. The 53 km must be completed within 9.5 hours of daylight. All finishers receive an event medal, a long-sleeved event top and a drink and snack. Free parking is available at Shotley Bridge Hospital and Surgery. Entry fees are listed between £38 and £55 and age minimums apply for each distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.