Beyond Newcastle 25K Trail

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Expected April 2028

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Choose your distance

56.6km

Distance

56.6km

Climb

Flat·323m

Start Time

08:00

Cutoff

18:30

Terrain

Mixed

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

Beyond Newcastle 25K Trail takes runners from the iconic Swing Bridge on Newcastle Quayside into the city's hidden riverside and woodland paths. The loop course follows the River Tyne and Derwent Valley on a mix of paved towpaths, woodland trails and disused railway lines, with just 142 metres of ascent over the 26-kilometre distance. The route is fully signed with confidence markers, marshalled at every turn and supported by a feed station at mile 8, making it a welcoming introduction to trail running.

City start under the iconic Swing Bridge
Scenic riverside and woodland trails through the Derwent Valley
Fully signed and marshalled with feed stations
73% paved terrain - ideal for trail-running newcomers
Two distances (25K and 55K) on the same day

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Newcastle Swing Bridge (West Path), Newcastle Quayside

Finish

Newcastle Swing Bridge (West Path), Newcastle Quayside

Terrain

A mix of riverside paths, woodland trails and disused railway lines, with 73% on paved or compacted surfaces and some natural trail sections.

Route

The 55km ultra travels west along the River Tyne to Wylam, crosses the river and follows back to Derwenthaugh Marina before turning south along the River Derwent to High Spen, then into Chopwell Woods, through Lintzford and back along the Derwent Walk to the River Tyne, finishing on the west path of the Swing Bridge.

Getting There

Multiple bus routes serve Newcastle Quayside. Newcastle Central Station is a 10-minute walk from the Swing Bridge start.

Race Day

Race day registration, staggered starts from 08:00 for the 55km and 10:00 for the 25km. Participants should plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before their start.

Good to know

What to bring

Running backpack or vest

Water or fluids

Charged mobile phone with emergency contacts saved (ICE)

Food and gels

Lightweight jacket

Race Director contact number saved (Dan Flint: 07843 484 675 or Jordan Bowler: 07428 194 451)

What you get

Finisher medal

Finisher t-shirt

Chip timing

Fully signed route with confidence markers

GPX file to download

Medical support

Live chip timing by Timing Up North

Food after the finishSnacks and drinks at the finish

On the day

Toilets

Marshals on course

Water on course1

ParkingGuild Hall Car Park is the designated race HQ car park near the start and finish. Car sharing is encouraged.

Public transportNewcastle Central Station is a 10-minute walk to the Swing Bridge start. Many bus routes also serve the Quayside and city centre.

Bag dropYes, secure bag storage is available at registration.

First aid on courseYes, medical support is present on the course, and first aid is available at all feed stations.

Aid stations · 1Yes, there is one feed station at approximately 8 miles with food, drinks, toilets and first aid.

Before you enter

Minimum ageParticipants must be aged 18 or over for the 25km trail run, and 20 or over for the 55km ultra.

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