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10TH JAN 2026

A deep winter half marathon (ish) taking you to one of the highest points of Northumberland and back again.  Whatever the weather.

An out and back race to the summit of one of the Cheviots highest points.  This is early Jan so you’ll need to tackle whatever the weather throws at you.  Previous years have had snow, sleet, bogs, high winds and always a little bit of special sauce thrown in.  When you get back you get dunked in a river and then warmed up with a hot soup.

Iconic scenery such as Reaveley Hill, Cunyan Crags, Dunmoor, Hedgehope and a bit of the dreaded Comb Fell.  Hosted at Ingram cafe which is a prime location for coffee, cakes and all things designed to destroy diets.

WHEN?

Saturday

10th Jan 2026

WHERE?

Ingram cafe

NE66 4LT

HOW MUCH?

Early Bird Entry

£25

ENTRY INCLUDES

Souvenir Mug

+ Hot Soup

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Shortened Route for The 2025 Winter Wipeout Half Marathon

Due to the conditions on the hilltops the course will be shortened missing out Hedgehope Hill. Follow the same route, but the turnaround point is Dunmoor Hill.

The GPX file has been updated (6pm 10/01/25)

Event Info

 

When

Saturday 10th Jan 2026

 

Where

Ingram Cafe, Ingram, Northumberland, NE66 4LT

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/i3aoYRBuqNJY5Jz57

What3Words: ///dull.track.plankton

 

What is the distance?

It’s roughly a half marathon.  The terrain makes it feel further.

There will be a large safety team out in the hills to make sure you are looked after no matter what the weather.

 

How much?

Early Bird Entry (until 31st Jan 2025): £25*

Standard Entry (1st Feb – 31st Nov 2025): £35*

Late Entry (1st Dec – 4th Jan 2026): £45*

 

* Plus processing fee and additional £2 if you are not a member of a UKA-affiliated running club.

 

Entry includes a custom mug in to which we will pour some steaming hot soup to bring you back round to life.

 

There are no refunds or deferrals available for this event.

 

 

Event Schedule

 

07:30 – Cafe opens serving food and drink

08:00 – Registration opens in cafe

09:15 – Registration closes

09:20 – Compulsory Safety Briefing (start line outside cafe)

09:30 – Start of The Winter Wipeout!

 

 

Parking

Ample free parking is available on site.  This is on a nearby field and will be signposted as you arrive.  For those in campervans or just hardy tent lovers, you are welcome to stay the night before if you require.

 

Registration

Registration will take place at Ingram cafe. Be aware that your nostrils may well fill aromas of coffee and bacon goodness.  Toilet facilities are available on site subject to cafe hours.

 

Run Route

The course is roughly a half marathon and takes you up through Cunyan Crags and Dunmoor to top out at Hedgehope before dashing back to whence you came. Conditions can be hugely variable so be prepared for anything.

The route is fully marked but having some prior knowledge is a great advantage.

 

Self Sufficient

You need to be self-sufficient for food and water for the duration of the run.  Remember it’s quite an ascent so you’ll be burning through those calories.

 

Run Timing

We will record finish times via a scanner upon finishing, a link to the live results available on the event website. Please ensure your run number is visible after you cross the finish line. If you drop out of the event at any time after you have registered and collected your run number, then you must go to the nearest checkpoint/marshal or Registration and let them know you are dropping out.

 

Difficulty

Ultimately it is just a run and you can approach it as you see fit.  We advise that this run is for experienced people as the environment and terrain can be unforgiving.  Dry, hard winters are preferable but you’re more likely to experience very wet conditions.

 

Cut-Off Times

There are no cut-off times for this race.  As long as you are not crawling on your hands and knees and stopping for a picnic we will be waiting for you.

 

Required Kit

Please wear suitable clothing that will handle the potential weather conditions.  The climate can change dramatically in a short space of time.  For footwear, we highly recommend off-road/trail shoes.

  • Enough fluid for 2 hours of running
  • Emergency whistle
  • Waterproof top
  • Hat and gloves
  • Mobile phone

 

Dropping Out

Should you drop out of the race can you let one of the marshals know.  If we don’t have you recorded as finishing the race or pulling out then we will need to locate you.

 

No Dogs

This is bird rearing land so please do not bring a dog.  Also, our insurance does not allow competitors with dogs.

 

Results

 

2025 – Results here

2022 – Results here

2020 – Results here

2019 – Results here

2018 – Results here

2017 – Results here

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