January 28, 2026
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Barry Kemp
It's been a couple of months (almost) since the 2025 SCOTT Cheviot Goat took place. With conditions just above zero and incredibly wet I'd argue that it was one of the toughest editions so far. So it's with much pleasure that we caught up with...
January 27, 2026
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Barry Kemp
With four races down and two to go in the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series this Saturday it is the turn of the Lonesome Pine Run for people to get stuck into. On the night there are the usual range of category prizes on offer. For...
January 27, 2026
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Running
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Barry Kemp
We're delighted to say that Newcastleton Bunkhouse is the turnaround point for the West/Newcastleton leg of the North Star Ultra. This is the longest leg of those on offer and takes runners over the well trodden Bloodybush route past the Border Stone and then traverses...
January 27, 2026
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Running
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Barry Kemp
One of the stars of the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series is runaway (pun intended!) leader in the overall category Rachel Malthouse. With four races gone she has secured four wins and looks set to clinch the series in the remaining two races unless some bad...
January 25, 2026
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Barry Kemp
Last nights Lewis Burn Run was race four of the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series and proved to be every bit as fast and competitive as predicted. With big points on offer it was time for people to try and reinforce their standings or even try...
January 25, 2026
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Running
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Barry Kemp
For the first time in the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series the weather was something typical for this time of year. Standing in the car park before marking the course the wind was whipping over the reservoir and causing the ripples to foam up slightly. The...
January 23, 2026
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Barry Kemp
The end point of the North Star Ultra south east leg from Kielder to Falstone is confirmed as Falstone Village Hall. This small hamlet in the shadow of the reservoir dam will have you approaching from the forest to the north before passing through the...
January 21, 2026
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Barry Kemp
Saturday 2th Jan sees race 4 of the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series take place as we move into the second half of the overall series. The Lewis Burn Run marks itself out as a little different from the other races by being the shortest one...
January 15, 2026
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Running
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Barry Kemp
Cold Brew Events has a solid reputation for well organised and challenging ultra running events. The iconic SCOTT Cheviot Goat is one of the toughest 24 hour runs around. The Pilgrims Ultra soaks runners in the history of the Northumberland coastline with outstanding scenery. Now...
January 11, 2026
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Running
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Barry Kemp
Winter Wipeout was race 3 of the Shadowlands Winter Trail Series and we have reached the mid point with three races left to go. Following the Wipeout there are many changes to view as well as a load of fresh new blood that could easily...