Sun 16 Jun 2024 Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, UK

Penshaw Half Marathon

Part of the Urban Trails series of races by Trail Outlaws.

  • Sun 16 Jun 2024
Herrington Country Park, Houghton le Spring
Penshaw Half Marathon

10:00

Age 18 & over

£30-£32

  • 13.1 miles trail running

Event overview

The Penshaw Half Marathon starts at the foot of Penshaw Hill. The route takes in beautiful trails along the North and South side of the River Wear, with great views along the river and its broad range of wildlife and wildfowl, before the fabulous finish on Penshaw Monument itself. We are sure you will agree, the finish and the bling with be worth the challenge. This race has everything you would want in a Trail Race. This race also has great facilities for the whole family. Herrington Country Park has a children's play area, woodland walks and fun trail walks. There is also a great cafe and an ice cream van on the park as well.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

Location

  • Cafe
  • Free parking
  • Park

Route

  • Check points
  • Distance markers
  • First aid
  • Food stations
  • Marshals

Sustainability

  • Optional t-shirt

What's included

  • Chip timing
  • Drinks
  • Medal
  • Snacks

Entries

  • Age 18 & over
  • Enter online

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