THE PRIORY - 100KM ULTRA 2026
Schedule
Sat, 06 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
Tynemouth Priory and Castle | North Shields, EN
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🎉 THE PRIORY - 100KM ULTRA🎉Get ready for one of the UK’s most breathtaking ultra events!
The Northumberland Ultra Trail takes runners on an unforgettable journey along the spectacular Northumberland coastline — starting near Bamburgh Castle and finishing at the majestic Tynemouth Priory.
You’ll pass iconic landmarks including Beadnell Harbour, Dunstanburgh Castle, Craster Village, and Warkworth Castle, with every mile steeped in Northumberland’s rich history and coastal beauty.
The final stretch takes you through Seaton Sluice, Whitley Bay, and Cullercoats, before an epic finish through the Gates of Tynemouth Priory — a moment you’ll never forget.
This waymarked event is fully supported, featuring:
✅ 5 well-stocked feed stations
✅ Extensive medical cover
✅ Marshals at key points along the route
📍 Event Location
Start - Bamburgh
Finish - Tynemouth Priory
🗓️ Event Distance
100km
🗺️ Route
The final route will be confirmed soon but has approximately 2,400ft of elevation.
👉 This is an A-B event, so runners must make their own way to the start. There is a bag drop available at registration and all bags will be taken to the finish.
🥐 Feed Stations
Well-stocked feed stations at Low Newton, Boulmer, Warkworth Beach, Newbiggin & Blyth.
Feed stations will include VOOM Bars, VOOM Hydration, fruit, sweets, chocolate and savoury snacks.
🎒 Mandatory Kit List
Runners must carry a backpack with:
Water/fluids
Charged mobile phone with emergency contacts (ICE)
Food/gels
Headtorch (if finishing after 9pm)
Lightweight jacket
🕖 Start Times
6:00-6.30am (runners slower than 15 hours)
7:00-7.30am (runners quicker than 15 hours)
🕖 Cut Off Time
There is a cut off time of 24 hours
⏱️ Timing
Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North. All runners will be tracked and can be dot watched by loved ones.
🎖️ The Finish
All finishers receive:
Metal Event Medal
Exclusive Priory Merchandise
Food and hot drinks
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Where is it happening?
Tynemouth Priory and Castle, Pier Road,North Shields, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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