Save The Rhino Run - Durham
SR
From Saturn Running
5.0 ·
1 review
Sunday 6th April 2025
Past event
09:30
Durham
£27.00–£29.00 · 14 races
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of running and conservation at the Save The Rhino Run in Durham, organized by Saturn Running! On Sunday, April 6th, 2025, participants will gather at the Durham Amateur Rowing Club, located along the picturesque River Wear, to take part in this unique 7-hour Time Challenge event. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a casual participant, you can choose your distance, starting from a minimum of 5km up to multiple laps of 4.37 miles (7km) within the time limit.
This event is not only a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the stunning views, including the iconic Cathedral, but also a chance to make a difference by raising money and awareness for Save The Rhino. Every finisher will receive an awesome rhino-themed medal, and those who complete half-marathon distances or more will earn special distance pins. With a great selection of refreshments, goody bags, and the chance for personalized race numbers for special milestones or birthdays, the Save The Rhino Run promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Join us in Durham for a fun-filled day of running, camaraderie, and wildlife conservation!
This event is not only a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the stunning views, including the iconic Cathedral, but also a chance to make a difference by raising money and awareness for Save The Rhino. Every finisher will receive an awesome rhino-themed medal, and those who complete half-marathon distances or more will earn special distance pins. With a great selection of refreshments, goody bags, and the chance for personalized race numbers for special milestones or birthdays, the Save The Rhino Run promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved. Join us in Durham for a fun-filled day of running, camaraderie, and wildlife conservation!
Save The Rhino Run - Durham
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5.01 review
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Geoff Bowery
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Took part in the 2025 edition · 1 year ago
A great little event. Super friendly and well organised. Medals were unique and fantastic.
My only point for improvement would be that the event could be a little better advertised for next time round.
Well done to organisers and volunteers - we really appreciate your work and efforts.
My only point for improvement would be that the event could be a little better advertised for next time round.
Well done to organisers and volunteers - we really appreciate your work and efforts.
Races
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10k
Entries closed09:30
£27.00
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50k
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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5k
Entries closed09:30
£27.00
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Half Marathon
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Marathon
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Time Challenge
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Ultra Marathon
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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10k LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£27.00
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50k LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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5k LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£27.00
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Half Marathon LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Marathon LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Time Challenge LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
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Ultra Marathon LUCKY DIP MEDAL ONLY
Entries closed09:30
£29.00
Event information
The course is a mix of tarmac and well maintained paths around the River Wear and is classified as a trail run. 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
Join Saturn Running for another of our famous Save The Rhino Runs, this time in Durham! The aim of this run is to raise money and awareness for Save The Rhino. The medal is awesome and definitely one to collect!
Date & time: Sunday 6th of April 2025
Official start time 9.30am
Location: Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
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 full 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. Please note, we may use the 3.28 mile course at this venue and we will advise closer to the time.
Course: The course is along a beautiful stretch of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required.
Medals: As long as you complete one lap, you will be an official finisher and you will receive one of our fantastic rhino themed medals!
Distance Pins: We have distance pins for all runners who do a half-marathon or more. There will be a distance pin for all runners who complete either a half marathon, mega half marathon, marathon, 50km or Ultra in the 7 hour time limit which can be attached to your medal ribbon.
Goody Bag: Absolutely! You have earned these replacement calories after all, so all our finishers get a great goody bag. You will have a selection of goodies to choose from. As well as our standard goody bag, we have a vegan goody bag too. Please let us know if you are vegan or if you prefer a vegan goody bag when you enter and we can have this ready for you.
Aid Table: We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is an incredible selection of drinks and savoury or sweet snacks such as crisps, cheese, fruit and cookies with vegan options also available.
Special Event: If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 150th, 200th, 250th etc. marathon or half marathon then please let us know. We will provide you with a great number with your name and the event date on it. Also, if it is your birthday, again let us know and we will get you a special number for your birthday!
Toilet & Changing Facilities: Toilets are available at the start / finish area inside the venue HQ. There are changing facilities, but their use will be dependent on the rules in place as set by the Rowing Club.
Parking: There is some limited free on-street parking in nearby roads which you should be able to park in.
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.
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.
Date & time: Sunday 6th of April 2025
Official start time 9.30am
Location: Durham Amateur Rowing Club, Green Ln, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
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 full 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. Please note, we may use the 3.28 mile course at this venue and we will advise closer to the time.
Course: The course is along a beautiful stretch of the River Wear with views of the Cathedral. It is fully signed so no navigational experience is required.
Medals: As long as you complete one lap, you will be an official finisher and you will receive one of our fantastic rhino themed medals!
Distance Pins: We have distance pins for all runners who do a half-marathon or more. There will be a distance pin for all runners who complete either a half marathon, mega half marathon, marathon, 50km or Ultra in the 7 hour time limit which can be attached to your medal ribbon.
Goody Bag: Absolutely! You have earned these replacement calories after all, so all our finishers get a great goody bag. You will have a selection of goodies to choose from. As well as our standard goody bag, we have a vegan goody bag too. Please let us know if you are vegan or if you prefer a vegan goody bag when you enter and we can have this ready for you.
Aid Table: We have a fantastic aid table and drinks table at the start / finish of each lap. There is an incredible selection of drinks and savoury or sweet snacks such as crisps, cheese, fruit and cookies with vegan options also available.
Special Event: If our event is a special event for you, for instance your 50th, 99th, 100th, 150th, 200th, 250th etc. marathon or half marathon then please let us know. We will provide you with a great number with your name and the event date on it. Also, if it is your birthday, again let us know and we will get you a special number for your birthday!
Toilet & Changing Facilities: Toilets are available at the start / finish area inside the venue HQ. There are changing facilities, but their use will be dependent on the rules in place as set by the Rowing Club.
Parking: There is some limited free on-street parking in nearby roads which you should be able to park in.
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.
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 Ln, Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3JU
1860 Bar & Kitchen, Durham, DH1 3, United Kingdom
Save The Rhino Run - Durham
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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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