Marathon races near Wallsend

Scare Bear Run - North is a Sunday running event held at Durham Amateur Rowing Club on Green Lane in Old Elvet, starting officially at 9:30am. It is structured as a seven-hour time challenge, allowing runners to select their own distance rather than being committed to a single fixed race. The shortest distance is 3km, and walkers are welcome, as are runners of all abilities. The course uses laps starting from the rowing club area; a full lap is 7km, though it might change to a 3.28-mile loop if conditions necessitate. Participants can complete any number of laps within the time limit. Three full laps equate to a half marathon. There are 3km and 5km turn points within the lap, enabling younger runners to adhere to UK Athletics distance regulations. The Halloween theme is reflected in the Scare Bear concept and the subtly spooky Care Bears-inspired medal.

The Remembrance Day Run - North East, a Saturn Running event in Durham, takes place near Green Lane and Old Elvet, with Durham Cathedral and Castle visible. Held around Remembrance Day, it functions as a time challenge: participants have 6 hours 32 minutes to complete any distance they wish, beginning with a minimum of 3 km. The course utilizes laps. A full lap is 4.37 miles (7 km), but a 3.28-mile loop may be used if conditions necessitate. Standard distance choices range from 3 km to 50 km, including 5 km, 10 km, and half marathon and marathon options. This allows participation for beginners, walkers, club runners, and those seeking a longer challenge. The event honors remembrance, paying tribute to fallen heroes, with finishers receiving a themed medal reflecting this tribute. Aid stations are provided for longer distances. Saturn Running members receive guaranteed entry, the best price, and a mini-me medal pin at each event.

The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - North is a pre-Christmas Saturn Running event held at Durham Amateur Rowing Club. It operates on a 7-hour time-challenge basis, allowing participants to select their own distance rather than committing to a set one. The minimum requirement for an official finish is 3km. This event welcomes walkers, offering more flexibility than a typical road race. The course follows a marked trail alongside the River Wear, with views of Durham Cathedral. No special navigation skills are necessary. A standard lap is 7km, though the loop may vary due to course conditions. Turnaround points for 3km and 5km are located within the lap. Completing three laps equates to a half marathon, six laps to a marathon, and seven or more laps to an ultra. A 50km option is also available. All finishers receive a themed medal, a bobble hat, and a goody bag. Half marathon finishers and above also get distance pins attached to their medal ribbon.

The Snow Globe Gallop Bobble Hat Run - North, a Saturn Running event, takes place at Durham Amateur Rowing Club. Runners start at 9:30 AM. This event is structured as a 7-hour time challenge, allowing participants to decide their distance on the day. The shortest option is a 3km lap. Finishers receive a bobble hat, fitting the winter theme. The standard lap measures 4.37 miles (7km). Participants can complete additional laps until they choose to stop or the 7-hour limit is reached. The loop may be shortened to 3.28 miles if course conditions necessitate it, maintaining flexibility. Saturn Running members receive a reduced entry fee, guaranteed participation, and a mini-me medal pin at each event. All participants must adhere to UK Athletics age regulations.