Altra Kielder Marathon Weekend

Hexham, United Kingdom

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Choose your distance

Marathon· €52

Distance

42.2km

Climb

Rolling·616m

Start Time

10:15

Cutoff

7 hours

Terrain

Trail

Difficulty

Beginner

Overview

Set by the beautiful Kielder Water in Northumberland, this jam-packed weekend of races is the perfect autumn activity. Choose from a marathon, half marathon, 10k or duathlon, and bring your little ones along for the junior races. Come for the amazing scenery and vibrant atmosphere.

Off-road course around Kielder Water
Stunning lake views and autumn colours
Iconic finish line at Leaplish Waterside Park

Course map

View the route on strava.app.link

Opens on strava.app.link, outside Finndu

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Kielder Water (specific start varies by race; Half Marathon starts at the Dam, others at Leaplish Waterside Park? Not specified)

Finish

Leaplish Waterside Park (for all races based on descriptions)

Race Day

Sunday race day with junior races at 10:45

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Goody bag for all finishers

Prizes for top 3

Chip timingYes, timing chips are included in your race pack, which is posted to you before the event.

Food after the finishLocal produce and refreshments

On the day

Toilets

Food vendors

Marshals on course

First aid on course

Parking · FreeThere is a FREE shuttle bus service for runners to and from the car parks - your race number acts as your ticket.

ShuttleFree shuttle bus from car parks to start/finish and spectator shuttles

Public transportKielder Water is about 1hr 14min drive from Newcastle via the A68 and from Carlisle via the B6357. Free Park & Ride shuttle services are available from the car parks.

Bag dropYes, there is a secure baggage drop for all participants.

Before you enter

RefundsThe event does not specify a refund policy. Please contact the organiser, Events of the North, for details.

TransfersNo transfer policy is mentioned. Contact Events of the North for possible transfers.

If the race is cancelledThe event does not provide a weather policy. Check with the organiser for their cancellation procedures.

Minimum ageYes: Marathon 18+, Half Marathon 17+, 10k 15+, Gravel Duathlon 18+, Osprey Junior Run 6-10, Falcon Junior Run 11-15.

Time limitYes: Marathon participants must reach the Dam (17.25mi) by 15:45 and Tower Knowe (19mi) by 16:00; Half Marathon has a 4-hour cutoff; 10k has 2.5 hours; Gravel Duathlon has 4.5 hours.