The Powburn Show Hill Race
The Powburn Show Hill Race is a country show running event held in Powburn on Saturday 1 August 2026. The main route covers six miles and passes through farm fields before reaching East Hill. Runners climb to the summit of East Hill and follow the spine of the hill along waymarker posts. The course then drops down to Ingram before returning to the show field. The course is fully marked.
A junior race for younger runners is included at two miles.
Distances:
- 6 miles main race
- 2 miles under 14s junior race
The description focuses on the route and event format. Details such as the marked nature of the course, the route features including farm fields and the spine of East Hill, and the presence of a junior distance are provided to outline what participants can expect. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Route Details:
Starting at the show ground, the route heads out along flat farm fields. Arriving at East Hill, it then climbs sharply to its summit. Continuing along the spine of the hill following the waymarker posts. Dropping off the hill to Ingram, you'll then head back to the show field.