Run Northumberland BIG 10 Miler
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This popular 10 miler based in the North East is the perfect December race. Enjoy an amazing route through charming Maften and other Northumberland villages. Contend for a top finisher's spot to get your hands on a prize, or come to give your first 10 mile race a go.
10 Miles
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Sun, Nov 30, 2025
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Matfen, United Kingdom
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Location
The Green, Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 0RJ, UK
Start times
10 Miles: 10:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Run Northumberland BIG 10 Miler
10 Miles
10mi
£24 - £26
10 Miles
10mi
£24 - £26
Route information
Terrain: Road Elevation: Undulating
This fantastic 10-miler race is one of the most popular races in the North East, attracting both club and non-club runners. Following a similar route to the Matfen 10k but with fewer hills, this course is perfect for all abilities.
The route takes participants through the beautiful surroundings of Maften, the picturesque village in Northumberland. They will complete a loop which begins at the Village Hall in Maften and then snakes towards Great Whittington.
There is then a straight section towards Ryal before participants slope back down towards Maften and finish next to the start line.
Course Records
- Men's course record: Martin Barwood, 56mins (2014)
- Women's course record: Sarah Benson, 60 mins 29 secs (2013)
- Men's winning time (2022): Conrad Franks, 57 mins 8 secs
- Women's winning time (2022): Judith Nutt, 64 mins 37 secs
What's included
- Finisher's medal
- T-shirt (optional)
- Distance-marked course
- Individual and team prizes for top finishers
- Chip-timed results
- Bag drop
- Aid stations
- Toilets
How to get there
The Green, Matfen, Newcastle upon Tyne NE20 0RJ, UK
Get full directionsBy Car
Follow the A68 and take the turning onto the B6318. Continue along towards Wall Houses and follow the left turning towards Go Ape Maften.
The starting area is opposite Ethical Healthcare Consulting.
Parking
Parking is available on the village by-pass opposite Matfen Hall.
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Find your roomEvent day logistics
08:30 - 09:30 Registration in Matfen Village Hall
10:00 10 Miler starts
Age Requirements
Participants must be aged at least 17 years old to compete in the event.
Race Packs
Participants can collect their race packs at registration, which is located in Maften Village Hall.
Facilities
There are toilets located at the event site.
Refreshments are available at the Village Hall.
Aid Stations
There are water stations located every 3 miles of the route.
Bag Drop
A bag drop is located at the Village Hall, next to the start line.
Prizes
Please note that team prizes only apply where a team of 3 runners finish wearing official club vests.
- 1st male/female overall - trophy and voucher worth £50
- 2nd male/female overall - voucher worth £30
- 3rd male/female overall - voucher worth £20
- Age group prizes (W35+ and M40+ in 5 year bands)
- 1st male team (UKA Affiliated Clubs, first 3 male runners from club)
- 1st female team (UKA Affiliated Clubs, first 3 female runners from club)
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