The Northumbrian
Sun 2 Jul 2023 Hexham, Northumberland, UK

The Northumbrian

The rugged and wild landscape of Kielder Forest plays host to this ultra-distance triathlon, creating a stunning backdrop as athletes swim, cycle and run to the finish line.

2 races

  • Sun 2 Jul
  • #1 of 2
Kielder Waterside Caravan Park, Hexham

Full Distance

06:15

£285-£300

Age 18 & over

  • 2.4 miles lake swimming
  • 112 miles road cycling
  • 26.2 miles trail running
  • Sun 2 Jul
  • #2 of 2
Kielder Waterside Caravan Park, Hexham

Half Distance

06:15

£175-£220

Age 18 & over

  • 1.2 miles lake swimming
  • 56 miles road cycling
  • 13.1 miles trail running

Overview

Kielder Forest - including the largest man-made lake in Northern Europe, Kielder Water - is a vast expanse of pine forest and hard-packed trails, stretching up to the Scottish Border. This makes it the perfect staging ground for an ultra-distance triathlon: the Northumbrian.

Available as a full iron or half iron triathlon, with team options on offer, the Northumbrian made its debut in 2022 and received brilliant feedback from competitors for its testing cycle route, off-road running and, of course, the rare chance to swim in this stunning reservoir.

Highlights

  • Stunning location

    Kielder Water is the HQ for this triathlon, providing incredible views across the water.

  • Team options

    Race as a team of three to divide and conquer.

  • Brutal challenge

    Including steep climbs that journey into Scotland, the cycle leg is a real challenge.

Event details

  • All fitness levels
  • Event village
  • Free venue entry
  • Spectators
  • Teams
  • Traders at event

  • Accommodation
  • Bag storage
  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Free parking
  • Music
  • Restaurant
  • Rural
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Kielder Waterside Caravan Park
Hexham
Northumberland
NE48 1BT
UK

The setting

  • Swim in the breath-taking serenity of the famous Kielder Water.
  • Bike through the stunning valley and a raid over the Border to conquer the challenging, inspiring roads.
  • Run along the infamous forest trails that host the testing Kielder Marathon.

Races at event

  • Sun 2 Jul
  • #1 of 2
Kielder Waterside Caravan Park, Hexham

Full Distance

06:15

£285-£300

Age 18 & over

  • 2.4 miles lake swimming
  • 112 miles road cycling
  • 26.2 miles trail running
  • Sun 2 Jul
  • #2 of 2
Kielder Waterside Caravan Park, Hexham

Half Distance

06:15

£175-£220

Age 18 & over

  • 1.2 miles lake swimming
  • 56 miles road cycling
  • 13.1 miles trail running