Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland

Name: Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland
Start: 2021-05-28T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-05-28T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh NE69 7DF, UK
Rating: 4.7

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The only linear course in the series, running here will nourish your soul like nowhere else on earth. The Northumberland coastline boasts some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in the UK so lace those trail shoes, take a deep breath, and tune into the wind and waves as you escape from modern life

Ultra, Marathon, Half Marathon, and 1 more

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Sat, 29 May 2021

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Bamburgh, United Kingdom

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4.7
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Where and when

Location

Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh NE69 7DF, UK

Start times

Sat, 29 May 2021

Ultra:

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Marathon:

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Half Marathon:

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10K:

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Races summary

Here's what races are available for Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland

Ultra

35.2mi

Marathon

27.2mi

Half Marathon

12.9mi

10K

6.5mi

Route information

Routes are fully waymarked, but as a backup please consider uploading .GPX files from the event website onto handheld navigation aids.

All routes at the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland are linear and finish by the 1600 year old Bamburgh Castle after racing along the beautiful Northumberland coast. The ultra and marathon distances both begin in Alnwick, the half marathon begins in Craster, and the 10k in Benthall.

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What's included

Fully chip timed courses
Spot prizes
Prizes for top three finishers, men and women, across all distances
Prizes for age category winners
Massage for finishers
Water stations and checkpoints
Fully waymarked route

How to get there

Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh NE69 7DF, UK

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Address: Bamburgh Castle, Bamburgh, Northumberland, NE69 7AX

Parking: Car parking is split across two locations, there will be signs and marshal directions on the day of the event. Parking charges vary from £2.50 - £5.50 for whole day parking. The event organisers strongly suggest ride sharing in order to minimise the environmental impact of the event.

Car: Travelling northbound on the A1 turn off at Adderstone services and follow the B1341, Bamburgh is about 5 miles or you can take the B1342 if travelling southbound. Alternatively the B1340 coastal road that takes you on a more Leisurely route directly into Bamburgh.

Bus: Bamburgh is served by local buses.

From Newcastle Haymarket Bus Station: catch the Arriva X15 and change at Alnwick onto a northbound X18/418 or change at Belford onto southbound X18/418.

Arriving from Berwick and the north: Catch the Arriva X18 from Berwick direct to Bamburgh OR catch the Arriva X15 (for Newcastle) and change at Belford onto the 418

Train: The closest station to Bamburgh is Chathill, which is served by infrequent trains to and from Morpeth. Berwick is served by more regular trains to and from London, Edinburgh, Newcastle, York, and Doncaster.

Event day logistics

Packet pickup: Race numbers and timing chips can be collected at registration.

Please arrive at least 45 minutes prior to registration.

Schedule:

06:30-07:00 Ultra registration open

07:00-08:10 Marathon registration open

07:05 Ultra race briefing

07:40 Ultra bus departs

08:15 Marathon race briefing

08:15-09:35 Half marathon registration open

08:20 Ultra race start

08:50 Marathon bus departs

09:30 Marathon race start

09:40 Half marathon race briefing

09:40-10:40 10k registration open

10:15 Half marathon bus departs

10:45 10k race briefing

11:00 Half marathon race start

11:20 10k bus departs

11:50 10k race start

14:15 Presentations and medal ceremony

15:30 Ultra distances presentations and medal ceremony

Toilets: There will be toilets available at the event centre. Toilets will also be available at the 10k start and half marathon start, they will not be available at the ultra or marathon start.

Bag Drop: Bags can be stored on site. Please make sure the bag is a maximum of 30l in size, robust and waterproof, is clearly marked with your name, and contains no valuables.

Endurancelife

Love endurance sport, live for adventure? Endurancelife is for anyone who NEVER gives up. We believe that nothing is more motivating and rewarding than committing to tough challenges that take you to places you wouldn't normally expect to reach. If you share our passion for challenge, adventure and the natural world then join our community. We are a fast growing group of active and adventurous individuals who are up for anything, love tough challenges, and care deeply about the natural world. Join us now, and LIVE MORE! Endurancelife provide Unrivalled trail running in some of the most challenging and breathtaking locations in the U.K. Come and join us. #nevergiveup

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Spectator Info

Spectators are greatly encouraged to come along to cheer on their friends and families at this event. There are plenty of great places to watch the race from, and below is a list of postcodes for view points with easily accessible car parking.

Alnmouth, NE66 3NJ, marathon & ultra distances
Boulmer, NE66 3BP, marathon & ultra distances
Craster, NE66 3TW, marathon & ultra distances
Low Newton-by-the-Sea, NE66 3EH, half marathon, marathon, & ultra distances
Beadnell, NE67 5BN, half marathon, marathon, & ultra distances
Seahouses, NE68 7SH, all distances

Kit List

For all participants:

Reusable water bottle that has enough water to last a minimum of 12 miles
Warm clothing
Waterproofs
Food and electrolyte products
Trail shoes or ultra shoes
Sunglasses
Sun cream

For half marathon participants and up:

Mobile phone with event safety mobile number stored

For marathon participants and up:

Base layer
Headwear (buff/cap/hat)
£20 cash
Whistle
Foil blanket
Basic first aid kit

FAQs

Can I bring my dog to the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland?

Yes, dogs are welcome at the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland and participants can race with their dog if they wish to do so. Dogs must be kept on a lead.

Is there a minimum age for participants in the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland?

Yes, there are different minimum age requirements for the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland. 10k participants must be 16 years or older, or 14-15 years of age if accompanied by an adult. Half marathon participants must be 16 years or older. Marathon and ultra distance participants must be 18 years of age on race day.

Are there cut-off times for the different events at the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland?

Yes, there will be cut-offs along the route for marathon and ultra participants. The ultra cut-off time is 14:00 and the marathon cut-off time is 15:15.

Can I wear headphones during the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland?

Yes, participants are allowed to wear headphones but must remove them when a caution sign is shown or when a marshal is visible. Failure to remove headphones will incur time penalties.

Are walking poles permitted at the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland?

Yes, running/walking poles are permitted at the Endurancelife Coastal Trail Series – Northumberland.

Reviews

4.7

43 reviews

5.0

Did the race in 2018

This was a truly amazing course and I ached more after this than any other ultra race to date due to the sand dunes and the overall nature of the course. I've ran a few ultras but the Northumberland course was my first on sand dunes / beeches and consequently offered a brand new exciting experience for me (and the use of my muscles under very different circumstances). It's great course event for training and toughening up different muscles in your legs. Even though after my EnduranceLife Ultra in Anglesey where I felt better prepared simply because Id experienced the way these races are organised, I cannot fault the pre-race information. Detailed documentation is given, the web site counts down to the event with any additional information you might need and you get an update a week before finalising the communication. Altogether you are kept very well informed and able to prepare for all eventualities. This is also continued during the mandatory race brief on the day. You can't fail to go too wrong in your preparations. They are good.

5.0

Did the race in 2018

Guidance on mandatory kit was a bit sparse - I had to search for something that was a "wind-breaker" jacket as I did not know what would be acceptable. Wasn't checked in the end but I had something at least. Course was great - maybe mention to people that they may have to run through a stream into the sea!!Finishing inside Bamburgh Castle was an epic finish but, it was a shame that spectators were sparse there as they had to pay castle entry. Helpful hints: Don't start too fast!! The beaches are draining so you need to save energy for those sections!

5.0

Did the race in 2018

The covering instructions gave me all the details I needed

5.0

Did the race in 2018

4.7

Did the race in 2018

A general view of the conditions under foot sent the day before would have been useful, as the weather made it uncertain as to what the inland section would be like.

5.0

Did the race in 2018

Absolutely awesome, second time doing it. Was extremely happy with the marshalls, they were spaced at the right distance. The briefing was to the point and as always the buses were well organised. A few portaloos for spectators at the end would be good though.

4.7

Did the race in 2018

Awesome. Surprising flat trail most of the way.Ultra loop had quite a lot of road sections which were less fun

5.0

Did the race in 2018

Bought new jacket and hydration pack as was stated as mandatory but never checked and loads without - didnt feel like needed it. Everything else was brilliant and couldnt be faulted!

4.7

Did the race in 2018

This is an incredible course, my favourite, with amazing castles, dunes, wide beaches and the constant presence of the sea. This course has every surface imaginable: fields, footpaths, trails, roads, soft sand, firm sand, rocks, seaweed. Good trail shoes are therefore essential. Be prepared to plodge through the freezing cold water of Annstead Burn on the beach before Sea Houses and remember to keep something in the tank for that final climb up the dunes to the finish line at Bamburgh Castle. I didn't give it top marks for atmosphere only because you do not get the enthusiastic crowds of any of the city marathons or halfs, but the spirit among the runners is pretty good. Endurancelife generally attract a young field of runners so if you are a bit more mature you might even win your age category.

4.7

Did the race in 2018

Cant think of anything that could be significantly improved. Maybe the event T-shirts could have specific information on them instead of just Endurancelife. Personally, Id like people to know how far Id ran.

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Bamburgh, United Kingdom

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