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Durham Coastal Half Marathon - 27/06/2027

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About the event:-

Trail Outlaws presents the Durham Coastal Half Marathon. This race was previously hosted by the National Trust and is a very popular and challenging half marathon, set on the scenic Durham Coastal Path. Whether you are starting out on the trails for the first time, or wanting to race this course for an event PB, this is for you.

The course is entirely off road, extremely challenging and very scenic. It is characterised by gently undulating sections along the cliff top coastal path interspersed with challenging descents and ascents through a series of denes. There are many steps to tackle along the way (approx 320). There is also a section through the picturesque woodland of Hawthorn Dene nature reserve. The course is approximately 13.1 miles and has been measured using GPS.

A free shuttle bus takes runners from the race finish back to the race start/parking area. This truly is a fabulous fun trail event.

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Entry includes:-

Bespoke Medal
Electronic race timing by TOTS
Instant Online results by TOTS
Feed stations – water and sweets, more substantial snacks and drinks on longer events
Fully marked and marshalled route
Medical Cover
Free event parking
Awards for first 3 male and female finishers
Awards for age categories 40, 50, 60, 70, 80
Digital photography of event and entrants
Chance to purchase bespoke event t-shirt

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Route and course markings: The course will be marked and flagged and marshals will be on hand at key points in the race. Please remember that navigating the course is your responsibility.

What runners say:-

4.7/5

229 reviews

Would you recommend it to others? Yes

How did you rate the scenery? 5/5

How did you rate the atmosphere? 5/5

How did you rate the organisation? 5/5

Do you think this was friendly to beginners? Yes

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Event schedule
Sunday, June 27

Registration - Noses Point
08:30 - 09:40

Race safety briefing - Start area
09:55

Race start - Noses Point
10:00

Finish area - Awards presentation
12:00

Crimdon Beach - Race cut off
14:00

Mandatory kit:-

Shoes suitable for the ground conditions.

Event rules:-

All competitors must be taking part under their own names and numbers. No swapping of numbers or taking part in another’s place will be accepted. If you are found to be taking part in another’s place you will be disqualified.
You must log your number with event marshals at each check point. It is your responsibility to make sure the marshal takes your number.
Any competitor who is deemed unfit to continue by the event directors, marshals or medics will be withdrawn from event. The decision will be FINAL.
Runners must carry all mandatory equipment at all times during the event unless stated otherwise at event Briefing by the event Director. If found to be not carrying the required kit at any time, you will be disqualified.
If you decide to retire from the event you must notify a marshal. You must surrender your event number and you will not be allowed to continue.
Unsporting behaviour (cheating) will not be tolerated and result in immediate disqualification. This includes but not limited to, not carrying mandatory kit at all times, taking short cuts, use of PEDs.
We strongly advise against the using of NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs i.e Ibuprofen) during the events, as they are proven to cause harm during endurance events. Doing so against this advice is strictly at the competitor’s risk.
All runners take full responsibility for their own navigation during the event.
You must have your bib number visible at all times or easily accessible to show the Check Point team.
If you do not leave an aid station before the cut off time you will not be allowed to continue for safety, cut-off times will be strictly enforced. If you get to the finish line after the final cut off you will unfortunately not be listed as an official finisher and will not be eligible for awards.
Littering will result in immediate disqualification. We must respect the trails at all times. Some of our events take place in SSSI (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), and securing permission to host events in these areas is very difficult. If you litter you not only jeopardise the events future, but more importantly you jeopardise the area.
Dogs are NOT allowed to take part in the event. They present a trip hazard to other runners and a risk of upsetting livestock of local land owners.
Earphones/headphones may be used, but MUST be taken off head or out of ears completely at certain points.
1. When you’re approaching a road crossing
2. When you’re approaching a checkpoint
3. If you see a marshal in hi-viz anywhere along the event route
4. On any section of trail narrow enough that you’re in single file
5. Speakers are not allowed
6. If you forget about your earphones, and a marshal signals you to remove them, you must do so immediately. If you try to argue the point about your music being turned off, your earphones may be confiscated from you until the event finish, and you also risk being removed from the event for your own safety, i.e. disqualified.
You do not have a right of way priority over any other users of the course, you must respect other users of the course throughout the duration of the event.
The event has an ARC permit number and will be held under ARC rules. We recommend that you make yourself familiar with ARC rules specific to Trail running: http://www.runningclubs.org.uk/rules