Elf! Bobble Hat - North 2027

Durham, United Kingdom

Sunday, December 12, 2027

Choose your distance

50K· €34

Distance

50km

Terrain

Trail

Difficulty

Beginner

Overview

The 50km is a separate distance available alongside the lap-based ultra. Runners who complete 50km can collect a 50km pin on the ribbon of their medal.

Scenic trail along the River Wear
Views of the Cathedral
Fully signed course
Flexible 7 hour time challenge with distances from 3km to 50km and ultra
Themed medal and bobble hat for finishers

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU

Finish

Start and finish area at Durham Amateur Rowing Club, where the aid table and drinks table sit at the start and finish of each lap

Terrain

Trail run along public footpaths beside the River Wear.

Route

Laps of the 7km riverside lap along the River Wear, with views of the Cathedral.

Race Day

Number pick up takes place on the day at race registration before the start. The race briefing is held 10 minutes before the start and is compulsory for all participants.

Good to know

What to bring

Race number worn at all times and clearly visible for the duration of the race

What you get

Finisher medal

Themed medal for anyone completing 3km

Bobble hat with bobble hat entries

Goody bag for all finishers, with a vegan goody bag option

Distance pins for Half-Marathon, Mega-Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra, placed on the ribbon of the medal

Personalised number with name and event date for special milestone events such as a 50th or 100th half marathon or marathon (on request)

Food after the finishEvery finisher receives a goody bag, with a standard option and a vegan option.

On the day

Toilets

Changing facilities

Bag drop

Parking · PaidRunners should use the pay and display parking in the city centre and nearby streets. Please do not park in the rowing club car park.

Aid stationsAid table and drinks table at the start and finish of each lap, with a selection of drinks and savoury or sweet snacks such as crisps, cheese, fruit and cookies, plus vegan options

Before you enter

RefundsThe entry fee is non-refundable. Optional XCover refund protection can be added at checkout for a fee, covering injury or illness, adverse weather on race day, unexpected public transport disruption, and breakdown or accident.

TransfersEntries can be transferred to a different runner up to one week before the event at no charge, using the online transfer process. Runners agree the price and arrange payment between themselves.

DeferralsThe terms describe a partial deferral for runners unable to attend through illness or injury, allowing a switch to an alternative event at a reduced price of £18.00 if requested up to 24 hours before the start. The terms state this was run as a trial for entries up to 30 April 2019 and does not apply after that unless extended, so confirm with the organiser before relying on it.

If the race is cancelledIf the event is cancelled, delayed or postponed due to circumstances outside the organiser's control, such as extreme weather or instruction from emergency services, no refunds are payable. Entries are carried forward to the next running of the event or a suitable alternative event.

Bad weatherThe organiser can amend the time limit on the day in exceptional circumstances, for example expected inclement weather.

Minimum ageThe minimum age depends on the distance. At checkout, the 10km requires participants to be 16 or older on race day, while the 50km requires participants to be 20 or older. Under 18s are restricted to the distance they can run, and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

HeadphonesHeadphones are allowed at your own risk. The organiser may change this rule if required by UK Athletics or to minimise risk to participants or members of the public.

Collecting your numberYes. Number pick up is on the day at race registration before the start of the event. Your race number must be worn at all times and clearly visible during the race.

€34

per person · entry fee

Durham, United Kingdom

Sunday, December 12, 2027

Saturn Running

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