The Early Years
2003Established in 2003, the The Wall Marathon is now 23 years old. From its first edition in Greenhead, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in United Kingdom.
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Course & Elevation
This unique marathon follows the UNESCO World Heritage Hadrian's Wall from Wallsend in the east to Bowness-on-Solway in the west, tracing one of Britain's most iconic Roman monuments. Runners experience historic sites, dramatic Northumberland countryside, and river crossings along this 84-mile ancient frontier. The route combines road and converted tow paths with moderate rolling hills offering stunning views of northern England.
Surface: road Profile: Rolling
Weather
Temperature 15°C
Humidity 72%
Rain Chance 45%
Early summer in Northumberland brings mild temperatures with occasional rainfall. Expect cool mornings warming to pleasant afternoons with moderate wind from the northwest.
The Race
Greenhead
Race Lore
Running Through a Postcard
The The Wall Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Greenhead and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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Registration
Registration Opens January
Registration Closes April
Entry Cost £75-£95
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The marathon route traces Hadrian's Wall, built by Roman Emperor Hadrian in 122 AD and spanning 73 miles across northern England
- ▸ Runners cross the River Tyne during the race, making it one of Britain's most dramatic marathon experiences
- ▸ The race finishes at Bowness-on-Solway, where you can stand at the actual western terminus of the ancient Roman frontier
- ▸ UNESCO declared Hadrian's Wall a World Heritage Site in 1987 for its outstanding historical and archaeological significance
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