Run to Infinity and Beyond 2 (NORTH)
SR
From Saturn Running
Sunday 19th May 2024
Past event
09:30
Durham
£27.00–£40.00 · 5 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Run to Infinity and Beyond 2, hosted by Saturn Running on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in the picturesque setting of Durham, County Durham. This exciting event invites runners of all abilities to participate in a unique Toy Story-themed challenge, where you can run, walk, or jog your way to victory. With a flexible 7-hour time challenge, the minimum distance is just 5km, but you can choose to complete as many laps as you desire, whether it’s a half marathon (3 laps), marathon (6 laps), or even an ultra distance of 50km!
The scenic course, which winds along the beautiful River Wear, showcases stunning views of the iconic Cathedral and Castle, making every step a delight. Participants will receive a fantastic medal upon completing just one lap, and they can also indulge in a goody bag filled with treats to celebrate their achievement. Special recognition is given to those celebrating milestone events or birthdays, complete with personalized running numbers. With ample aid stations, free parking options, and a warm, encouraging atmosphere, the Run to Infinity and Beyond 2 promises to be a joyous day for all. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and
The scenic course, which winds along the beautiful River Wear, showcases stunning views of the iconic Cathedral and Castle, making every step a delight. Participants will receive a fantastic medal upon completing just one lap, and they can also indulge in a goody bag filled with treats to celebrate their achievement. Special recognition is given to those celebrating milestone events or birthdays, complete with personalized running numbers. With ample aid stations, free parking options, and a warm, encouraging atmosphere, the Run to Infinity and Beyond 2 promises to be a joyous day for all. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself and
Run to Infinity and Beyond 2 (NORTH)
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Races
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5k
Entries closed£27.00
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10k
Entries closed£28.00
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Half-Marathon
Entries closed£34.00
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Marathon
Entries closed£39.00
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Ultra-Marathon / Time Challenge
Entries closed£40.00
Event information
The course is a mix of tarmac and well maintained paths around the River Wear. No navigational experience is required as there are plenty of directional arrows.
There is plenty of free on road car parking in Durham on a Sunday.
Next to the rowing club is a public car park with Parking Eye style enforcement.
Next to the rowing club is a public car park with Parking Eye style enforcement.
The race HQ, start and finish line is at Durham Amateur Rowing Club. Toilets are within the rowing club. The rowing club has a good bar and outside seating available for socialising after the event.
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Durham, DH1 3JU
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Durham, DH1 3JU
The train station is approximately 1.5 miles away from the venue.
Minimum distance is 3.28 miles or as far as you can go in 7 hours.
We have two events running at the same time. The main event is a UKA Permitted event and is for all runners aged 18 or over. In addition, we have a non-UKA event for runners under the age of 18. Runners under the age of 18 will automatically be included in the non-UKA start list and this event will start 1 minute after the main event.
We have two events running at the same time. The main event is a UKA Permitted event and is for all runners aged 18 or over. In addition, we have a non-UKA event for runners under the age of 18. Runners under the age of 18 will automatically be included in the non-UKA start list and this event will start 1 minute after the main event.
Organiser's description
Come and join us for our Toy Story challenge, Run to Infinity and Beyond! This has the second in our mini-series of four unique medals.
We welcome runners of all abilities and you are allowed to run or walk the course.
Distance & Time: This is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 5km, which is part of a lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles (7km) and you can run as many or as few of these laps as you wish in the 7 hour time limit which starts from the official event start time. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon and 7 or over for an ultra, we also have a 50km distance available.
Course: The course along the River Wear and has views of the Cathedral and Castle. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required. The course is a mixture with approximately 60% of it on a well-made path / tarmac. Road shoes can be used all year round but if you prefer the extra grip on the trail sections then trail shoes can be worn.
The regular course is subject to some change near the time of the event depending on our health and safety review of the course and council / land owner final approval.
Medals: As long as you complete one lap, you will be an official finisher and you will receive our fantastic medal.
Goody Bag: Absolutely! You earned the calories after all, so all our finishers get a goody bag. As well as our standard goody bag, with a selection of various goodies to choose from, we also have a fabulous vegan goody bag for our vegan runners.
Distance Pins: We have distance pins available for anyone who runs a half-marathon distance or more. Pins available to collect are our Half-Marathon, Mega-Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra pins. You will receive one pin on the ribbon of your medal to reflect your achievement.
Aid Table: We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is a great selection of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items at the aid table.
Special Event: If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 200th, 250th etc., half or full marathon then please let us know. You will receive a special running number with your name on it and the date of the event. Also, if it is your birthday run then again please let us know as we have a fabulous special birthday number for you too!
Toilets & Changing Facilities: There are toilets available at the race HQ, however this venue does not have any changing facilities.
Final Instructions / Number pick up: Final race day instructions will be sent out via email 4 days prior to the event with full race day information. Number pick up is on the day at race registration before the start of the event.
Parking: There is nearby free on-street parking or pay and display city centre parking.
Other Info: There will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However, this is not a secure bag and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable.
Places are strictly limited and event registration will close once these are sold out. The minimum age is 12 years old. If you would like to run with someone under 12 years of age, please contact us directly. We have two events running at the same time. The main event is a UKA Permitted event and is for all runners aged 18 or over. In addition, we have a non-UKA event for runners under the age of 18. Runners under the age of 18 will automatically be included in the non-UKA start list and this event will start 1 minute after the main event.
Headphones are allowed.
Our running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users.
We welcome runners of all abilities and you are allowed to run or walk the course.
Distance & Time: This is a 7 hour Time Challenge event which allows you full control over the distance you want to run. The minimum distance is 5km, which is part of a lap. A full lap is 4.37 miles (7km) and you can run as many or as few of these laps as you wish in the 7 hour time limit which starts from the official event start time. It is 3 laps for a half marathon, 6 for a marathon and 7 or over for an ultra, we also have a 50km distance available.
Course: The course along the River Wear and has views of the Cathedral and Castle. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required. The course is a mixture with approximately 60% of it on a well-made path / tarmac. Road shoes can be used all year round but if you prefer the extra grip on the trail sections then trail shoes can be worn.
The regular course is subject to some change near the time of the event depending on our health and safety review of the course and council / land owner final approval.
Medals: As long as you complete one lap, you will be an official finisher and you will receive our fantastic medal.
Goody Bag: Absolutely! You earned the calories after all, so all our finishers get a goody bag. As well as our standard goody bag, with a selection of various goodies to choose from, we also have a fabulous vegan goody bag for our vegan runners.
Distance Pins: We have distance pins available for anyone who runs a half-marathon distance or more. Pins available to collect are our Half-Marathon, Mega-Half, Marathon, 50km and Ultra pins. You will receive one pin on the ribbon of your medal to reflect your achievement.
Aid Table: We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is a great selection of savoury, sweet, fruit, cheese and vegan items at the aid table.
Special Event: If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 200th, 250th etc., half or full marathon then please let us know. You will receive a special running number with your name on it and the date of the event. Also, if it is your birthday run then again please let us know as we have a fabulous special birthday number for you too!
Toilets & Changing Facilities: There are toilets available at the race HQ, however this venue does not have any changing facilities.
Final Instructions / Number pick up: Final race day instructions will be sent out via email 4 days prior to the event with full race day information. Number pick up is on the day at race registration before the start of the event.
Parking: There is nearby free on-street parking or pay and display city centre parking.
Other Info: There will be somewhere to leave a bag at the start / finish area. However, this is not a secure bag and the items cannot be watched at all times so please do not leave anything valuable.
Places are strictly limited and event registration will close once these are sold out. The minimum age is 12 years old. If you would like to run with someone under 12 years of age, please contact us directly. We have two events running at the same time. The main event is a UKA Permitted event and is for all runners aged 18 or over. In addition, we have a non-UKA event for runners under the age of 18. Runners under the age of 18 will automatically be included in the non-UKA start list and this event will start 1 minute after the main event.
Headphones are allowed.
Our running events are held on public footpaths so we would be grateful if all runners were considerate of other path users.
Location
Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Lane, Durham, DH1 1, United Kingdom
Run to Infinity and Beyond 2 (NORTH)
SR
Saturn Running
We are a running events company with events designed to welcome runners of all abilities. We want to support you reach your goals by providing flexible events from 5km to ultra-marathons. We have unique medals, themed around the event and perfect for the bling collectors!
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