BEYOND DURHAM 2027

GO FURTHER. EXPLORE MORE. GO BEYOND.

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.

EVENT LOCATION

The Bandstand, Durham Riverside, Durham City Centre, DH1 3JU

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THE ROUTES

Both routes start and finish beside The Bandstand on Durham Riverside and are fully signed and supported, with friendly marshals and well-stocked feed stations along the way.

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.

Claim your bragging rights. Go BEYOND.

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: Dan Flint – 07843 484 675 / Jordan Bowler – 07428 194 451

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.

GO FURTHER. EXPLORE MORE. GO BEYOND.

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