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Our fully supported 70-mile endurance challenge through historic Hadrian's Wall country in England. Designed to be achievable at just 3mph with a completion rate of over 90%, this beginner-friendly ultramarathon is perfect for runners, hikers and trekkers looking to step beyond 26.2 miles. Fully waymarked and fully supported, with stunning scenery and an inclusive atmosphere, it’s the ideal first ultra adventure for both walkers and runners alike
13 June 2026 (Sold out)
12 June 2027 (Opens soon)
26 hours
70 miles (112km)
Mass Participation Events
Fully supported and fully waymarked
The Wall is a beginner friendly ultramarathon with slick in-event logistics to support this one way journey, including bag drops and transfers. Our route is fully waymarked with our signature orange arrows so you don't need to follow a gpx file.
Our legendary Pit Stops
We have 5 fully stocked Pit Stops, stacked with real food ready to keep you fuelled on this iconic ultramarathon. With options for all dietary requirements. It's basically a 70 mile picnic!
Count the bridges to the finish
This well earned finish is a pretty special one. As you head down the Quayside you will count down the 7 bridges until you see the Millennium Bridge (which is typically the last one!).
Designed to be completed at 3mph
We celebrate all finish lines not finish times. Our welcoming community of Rat Racers are made up of a broad range of abilities and we have designed this ultramarathon to be completed at 3mph, allowing it to be walked as well as ran.
The adventure begins! You will need to attend Registration on Friday to complete tracker collection. This is in Carlisle City Centre and Registration is open from 1200 - 2100.
It's time to take on this iconic ultramarathon!
Bag drop opens at 0530 in the Castle Car Park.
Start waves leave every 15 minutes from 0600 in-front of Carlisle Castle.
Seb brings extensive experience delivering complex mass participation events and remote adventure experiences in challenging environments around the world. A climber, splitboarder, mountaineer and trail runner, he’s happiest exploring wild places. Inspired by big mountains, remote landscapes and true adventure, Seb combines real expedition experience with calm, expert project delivery to create adventures that feel both challenging and brilliantly executed.
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What kit do I need?
Some of the kit listed is to help you have a safe experience and have the best chance of finishing the ultramarathon. Some of this kit is to ensure that if you are unable to continue without our assistance then we can be confident of you having the level of equipment required to keep you as comfortable as possible whilst you wait for that assistance. Spot checks are carried out throughout the event and you will not be able to continue if you are found not to be carrying the requisite items.
Is the route likely to change?
The route for The Wall is well known and the same year on year, but it is worth knowing that the course may change if we deem it prudent for your safety or for other operational or weather-based reasons, and we must always reserve the right to do so. Please always follow our arrows and signage over any gpx files you may download.
Are there cut offs?
Yes, there are cut-offs on the event, but these are generous and we have a 90% completion rate on The Wall. We have put the cut off times below. Once you leave Newburn you will have as long as it takes to get to the finish line - we'll be waiting to cheer you in!
PS1 Lanercost 15 miles 1230
PS2 Walltown Quarry 24 miles 1530
PS3 The Sill 30 miles 1800
PS4 Hexham 44 miles 0000 (midnight)
PS5 Newburn 63 miles 0630 (Sunday)
How old do I need to be?
Rat Race require you to be over 18 on the day of Registration for this adventure.
Can I transfer my entry?
If you find yourself unable to join us on the start line of this event, you are able to transfer your entry into an event credit voucher once for use on a new entry into an event of your choice. Transfers must be requested within the qualifying transfer window to be accepted and processed. Credit vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. Credit vouchers are exempt from the transfer process. To find out more information and how to submit a request, view of full transfer policy HERE
Can I volunteer?
You can view our current volunteer positions for The Wall here.
Can I fundraise for charity?
You are very welcome to fundraise for any charity close to your heart while taking part in the event. Please note, however, that our Charity Refund Offer applies exclusively to participants fundraising for Children with Cancer UK.
How do I enter?
Click 'Enter' and sign into your Rat Race account and follow the sign up procedure. If you need any assistance please drop the customer service team an email on events@ratrace.com
What is Refund Protect?
Add Refund Protect to your booking during purchase and receive a full refund of your entry fee if you are unable to attend the event due to a qualifying unforeseen circumstance. PLEASE NOTE this protection is with our 3rd party partner Refund Protect and NOT Rat Race. In the event you make a refund application this is administered by the Refund Protect customer service team, Rat Race are not privy to the application and cannot intervene on your behalf to influence the outcome determined by their team.
To add Refund Protect (administered by a 3rd party) to your Rat Race booking simply select this option when presented during the entry process. Refund Protect cannot be added retrospectively. Rat Race will then send you name and booking details to Refund Protect in order to protect your transaction with them. If you opt to pay in instalments and transfer your entry before the entry cost is full paid you will be liable to ensure the cost of Refund Protect has been fully covered. This total amount will be deducted from any Rat Race credit due through the transfer process or you will be invoiced by Rat Race for the outstanding amount as Rat Race have paid this on your behalf to Refund Protect at point of entry.
Do you have a training plan?
Can I see the route?
You can view the GPX route online. Please note this is subject to last minute changed so always follow the waymarking on the day.
What is at the Pit Stops?
The Pit Stops at The Wall are famous and this event is often dubbed a walking picnic! These are the points where you can grab a snack, interact with the Rat Race team and also your own supporters if you have them. Our Pit Stops have a few staples that you'll see at all stations and also some which are bespoke to that Pit Stop location.Standard provisions include:
Water
Juice
Sweet snacks
Salty snacks
Fruit
Toilets
Medical team
Our Pit Stops are well stocked but they do not contain any sports nutrition products as we know you will have your own that you have trained with. The last thing you want to do in an ultra is try an untested gel and suffer the consequences! You should plan to bring your own supplements and be self contained when it comes to gels/electrolyte tablets.
We aim to cater to a wide variety of dietary needs, every Pit Stop will have options for vegetarians and vegans, plus we have a box of gluten free/dairy free snacks for those with intolerances that are kept separate please ask our staff for more info when you arrive. While every effort is made to keep these snacks separate we cannot guarantee there is no cross contamination from allergens such as gluten/peanuts due to the nature of the Pit Stop during a live event.
Can my supporters join me?
Absolutely!
The Wall passes through some beautiful countryside and outstanding historic points of interest. It's also rural and idyllic, you will have plenty of time to stop off along the A69 and explore this stunning part of northern England. This event is well supported by friends and family and therefore we are conscious of the extra traffic we generate on these quiet roads. We ask for your support in minimising the impact to the event by following these requests:
Do not attempt to access checkpoint locations, these are remote and vehicle access is not easy, you will block the route.
You must follow our marshals instructions when they try and park you at our Pit Stops, spaces are limited and you may need to wait or turn around to allow people to leave on single track roads. Pit Stops car parks may become full and you may be turned away.
Do not travel to a pitstop until your runner is about to arrive, this way it gives most supporters the best chance to see their #ratracer.
Plan your transport mindfully to reduce traffic and maximise car parking places. Think about car sharing where possible and not having multiple vehicles for one #ratracer.
Everyone will be able to see their runner at Pit Stop 4 as this is in Hexham and there is plenty of local parking available. We ask for you to work with us in the first half of the route with the guidance above to limit traffic in rural areas. From Pit Stop 4 the route is much more urban with plenty of opportunities to see your runner in the latter half of the course.
Please do not drive along the route, it isn't the fastest way to move between locations and adds traffic to the road shared by our participants.
Most importantly have a brilliant day out seeing some incredible efforts of all our #ratracers!
What bags will you move for me?
We will transport 2 bags for you, please ensure they are clearly labelled (tags provided in your Adventure Pack) and that you put them on the right truck!
Hexham Bag: this will meet you at the 44 mile mark and must weigh less than 5kg and be a max of 20L in size. This bag will be exposed to the elements so please ensure it is waterproof or that you pack your kit into dry bags inside your bag. This will then be transported from Hexham to the finish after you have used it, you will be directed where to put it at Hexham to ensure it is loaded onto the finish van.
Finish Bag: this will go directly to the finish at Gateshead and it can be a max of 70L and weigh no more than 15kg. This bag will be exposed to the elements so please ensure it is waterproof or that you pack your kit into dry bags inside your bag.
What is the best way to get there?
This is a one way journey and if you are not travelling with supporters we recommend the following plan as a tried and tested method of planning your movements.
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* Once you sign up, Rat Race will set up a recurring monthly payment via Stripe. If a payment fails, you’ll receive reminders from Stripe and our team. After three failed contact attempts and no payment, your entry will be cancelled with no refund or transfer eligibility.
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