Course
A 100-mile point-to-point from Bamburgh Castle to Edinburgh Castle, starting 0700 on the Saturday with a cut-off of 0700 Monday. The first half follows the Northumberland coast on trail, and the route turns progressively more urban on the run into the city centre. Nine pit stops between 10 and 93 miles carry water, juice, sweet and salty snacks, fruit, hot food, toilets and medical support.
Key dates
- !RegistrationOpen now
- ★Race daySat 3 Jul 2027
About
The Rat Race 100 is an accessible and inclusive 100-mile ultramarathon in the UK. With no qualifying times needed, a walker-friendly pace, and fully supported logistics, the event aims to make the 100-mile distance achievable for a wide range of participants. The iconic coastal route from Bamburgh to Edinburgh showcases stunning scenery along the way.
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