The Wall Ultramarathon
The bottom line: this ultramarathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £230 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance.
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The Wall's ultramarathon is a point-to-point course that runs a mixed profile. It is a rural event at heart.
How hilly is the The Wall Ultramarathon?
Course profile not yet available for this race.
The course is a point-to-point course. It starts at Carlisle Castle and finishes at Newcastle/Gateshead Quayside. The surface is mixed trail and road.
What are realistic finish times?
Finisher distribution not yet available for this race.
Fit depends on your goal here: weigh the course shape and conditions below against a flat-out PB attempt. A generous 26 hours cut-off makes it realistic for first-timers and slower finishers too. Scenery-seekers get a rural backdrop.
What does it really cost to run?
| Entry fee | £230 |
|---|---|
| Travel (modelled) | £40 |
| Accommodation (modelled) | £90 |
| Estimated total | £360 |
The nearest station is Carlisle (start); Newcastle (finish).
What are typical race-day conditions?
- 14°CTypical temperature
- 19 kphTypical wind
- 3 mmTypical rainfall
- 78Favourability /100
Expect typical race-day temperatures around 14°C, winds near 19 kph and about 3 mm of rain on an average year. Overall the conditions are favourable for endurance running — a help if you are chasing a time.
Verdict
The bottom line: this ultramarathon is a mixed profile. Entry is from £230 for the UK adult place, which our value model rates as strong for the distance.