THE KINGDOM OF NORTHUMBRIA COASTAL ULTRA 2026
Enter Race🎉 KINGDOM OF NORTHUMBRIA COASTAL ULTRA – 2026 🎉
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.
🏞️ NEW FOR 2026 – a 27km Ultra option from Boulmer to Druridge Bay.
📍 Event Location
Start Locations
54km - Car Park, Links Road, Bamburgh, NE69 7AX
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27km - Boulmer Lifeboat Station, Beach View, Boulmer, NE66 3BN
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Finish
Druridge Bay Country Park, A1068, Red Row, Morpeth, NE61 5BX
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🗓️ Event Distances
- 54km Ultra
- 27km Ultra
🗺️ Route
- Kingdom of Northumbria Coastal Ultra Route – Click here
👉 Routes are free to view and download (please ignore any pop-ups).
👉 This is an A-B event, so runners must either book the shuttle bus to the start or arrange their own transport. Bag drop available at registration. No buses after the event.
🥐 Feed Stations
- Well-stocked feed stations at Low Newton, Boulmer, and Warkworth Beach
🎒 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
⏱️ Timing
Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North.
🎖️ The Finish
All finishers receive:
- Event Medal
- Exclusive Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
- Snacks and drinks
🅿️ Parking
Car parking at Druridge Bay Country Park is payable by all competitors.
Start time: 8:00am
Distance: 54km
Price: £58.00 + fee
Remaining places: 433
Start time: 8:00am
Distance: 55km
Price: £64.00 + fee
Remaining places: 345
Start time: 10:00am
Distance: 27km
Price: £40.00 + fee
Remaining places: 282
Start time: 8:37am
Distance: 27m
Price: £46.00 + fee
Remaining places: 260
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