About
Run through the beautiful Coquet Valley and its picturesque villages, tackling a half marathon, 10k or 5k. With more challenging hilly routes for the half marathon and 10k and a fast, flat 5k course, this event is suitable for novices and experienced athletes alike.Half Marathon, 10k and 5k
View detailsSun, Jul 5, 2026
View logisticsRothbury, United Kingdom
View locationWhere and when
LocationSilverton Ln, Rothbury, Morpeth NE65 7RJ, UKStart timesHalf Marathon: 9:30 AM10k: 10:00 AM5k: 11:30 AMEvent summary
Here are the distances available for Run Northumberland Coquet 5k, 10k & Half MarathonHalf Marathon13.1mi£28 - £3010k10km£22 - £245k5km£13 - £15Half Marathon13.1mi£28 - £3010k10km£22 - £245k5km£13 - £15Route information
This fantastic course is set in the Coquet Valley, one of the most remote and beautiful parts of Northumberland. Starting and finishing in the traditional market town of Rothbury, the hilly 10k and half marathon routes offer incredible views, whilst the 5k is relatively flat, so perfect for beginners.The half marathon route weaves its way through the Coquet Valley, passing through Great Tosson and Little Tosson to reach the village of Hepple. Runners then loop back to finish in Rothbury.
The 10k goes as far as Great Tosson and Newtown before turning back, passing Rothbury Golf Club and the River Coquet to finish in Rothbury.
What's included
- Bespoke finisher's medal
- Optional event T-shirt (available at an extra cost)
- Individual prizes
- Chip-timing
- Water station
- Toilets
- Bag drop
- Distance markers
How to get there
Silverton Ln, Rothbury, Morpeth NE65 7RJ, UKGet full directionsBy CarRothbury is a 20-minute drive from Alnwick, and a 46-minute drive from Newcastle. Rothbury is easily accessible via the A697 and the A696.
ParkingParking will be available at Auction Mart or the car park close to the finish.
Hotels and Accommodation
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08:00 Registration opens09:00 Registration closes
09:30 Half Marathon starts
10:00 10k starts
11:30 5k starts
More detailed race instructions and information will be emailed to participants 3 days before the event.
Race PacksAll race packs including numbers and chips must be collected on the day from race HQ. Nothing will be sent out in advance to participants.
RegistrationRegistration will take place at Rothbury Middle School.
Age Requirements- 5k: All entrants must be 11 years or older to participate
- 10k: All entrants must be 15 years or older to participate
- Half Marathon: All entrants must be 17 years old to participate.