THE KINGDOM OF NORTHUMBRIA COASTAL ULTRA 2027
This spectacular ultra trail event takes runners along the stunning Northumberland coastline, starting near Bamburgh Castle and finishing at Druridge Bay Country Park. Participants will pass iconic landmarks including Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village, and Warkworth Castle.
Event Location
Start Locations:
- 54km: Car Park, Links Road, Bamburgh, NE69 7AX
- 27km: Boulmer Lifeboat Station, Beach View, Boulmer, NE66 3BN
Finish: Druridge Bay Country Park, A1068, Red Row, Morpeth, NE61 5BX
Event Distances
- 54km Ultra
- 27km Trail Run
Route
Routes are free to view and download.
BUSES
This is an A-B event, so runners must either book the shuttle bus to the start from the Finish before the event or arrange their own transport to the start. There are no buses after the event.
Bag Drop
There will be a bag drop at registration and all bags will be transported to the finish.
Feed Stations
Well-stocked feed stations at Low Newton, Boulmer, and Warkworth Beach for the 55km & Warkworth Beach for the 27km.
Mandatory Kit List
Runners must carry a backpack with: Water/fluids, Charged mobile phone with emergency contacts (ICE), Food/gels, Headtorch (if finishing after 4:30pm), Lightweight jacket.
Start Times
- 54km Ultra: Two starts: 8:00am (runners slower than 6.5 hours), 10:00am (runners quicker than 6.5 hours)
- 27km Ultra: 10:00am
Cut Off Times
There is a strict cut off of 6pm for the event. Anyone who doesn't reach the final feed station by 4.30pm will not be allowed to continue for safety reasons.
Timing
Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North.
The Finish
All finishers receive: Metal Event Medal, Exclusive T-Shirt, Snacks and drinks.
Car parking at Druridge Bay is payable for all competitors/spectators.