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Wild Deer Events bring you BEYOND DURHAM on Saturday 18th September 2027 — a fully supported running adventure starting in the heart of Durham City before taking you into the stunning surrounding countryside.Choose your challenge, from the 55km Ultra — a big day out for those ready to go the extra mile — to the 25km Trail Run, a scenic and sociable route that's perfect for runners of all levels.
55KM ULTRA
The route heads along the River Wear and through Durham City before joining the Old Railway Line around 3.5 miles in. From here, runners head through Langley Park and Lanchester before continuing to Consett.
The route then turns east onto the C2C route, taking runners across towards Stanley and Chester-le-Street, before heading back towards Durham. The final miles follow the River Wear and into Durham City for the finish.
25KM TRAIL RUN
Heading south out of Durham, the route follows the railway line towards Langley Moor and Meadowfield before taking in the beautiful Croxdale Wood and Butterby Wood.
The final 5km follows the River Wear back towards Durham City and the finish line.
START TIMES
There will be staggered starts for all runners.
55km: 5-minute intervals from 8:00am–8:30am
25km: 5-minute intervals from 10:00am–10:30am
FEED STATIONS
You'll be well supported throughout the routes with fully stocked feed stations.
55km: 3 stations at approximately 10, 20 and 26 miles
25km: 1 station at approximately 8 miles
COMPULSORY KIT
We expect runners to carry the following:
Running backpack or vest
Water/fluids
Charged mobile phone with emergency contacts saved
Food/gels
Lightweight jacket
Race Director contact numbers saved
CUT-OFF
The overall event cut-off is 6:30pm.
For safety reasons, any 55km runner who has not reached the final feed station by 4:00pm will not be permitted to continue.
TIMING
Live chip timing will be provided by Timing Up North.
THE FINISH
All finishers will receive:
BEYOND DURHAM Event Medal
BEYOND Merchandise
Post-race Snack & Drink
READY TO GO BEYOND?
BEYOND DURHAM is open to everyone and designed to be as welcoming as it is exciting. Whether you're taking on your first trail challenge or pushing yourself over 55km, this is your chance to leave the ordinary behind and discover what's waiting BEYOND DURHAM.
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Event venue
The Bandstand, Durham Riverside, Durham City Centre, DH1 3JU, 3 Green Lane, Durham, DH1 3UD, United Kingdom
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