Community Traverse Coast to Coast 300KM

Introduction 

The Coast to Coast 300KM is a challenging multi-day ultra. Participants will traverse Wainwright’s iconic route in full from the Irish Sea at St Bees to the North Sea at Robin Hood’s Bay.

Participants will cross three national parks—the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, and North York Moors—covering a diverse mix of terrain and environments.

This is a serious endurance challenge, suited for  experienced runners and  long distance hikers who are capable of managing themselves across  multiple days in remote and mountainous environments. 

The Route

The route follows the established Wainright's Coast to Coast path from St Bees to Robin Hood’s Bay. While sections are way-marked, participants must not rely solely on signage and should be competent in navigation.

Terrain includes mountain trails, moorland, forest tracks, farmland, and road crossings. Conditions underfoot will vary significantly throughout the route.

A GPX file and final route details will be provided in advance of the event.

Checkpoints

There will be structured  checkpoints positioned along the route (full breakdown to be provided in final race pack).

Family and support will be welcomed at designated checkpoints (locations confirmed in race pack)

Key checkpoint locations:

• Ennerdale (Water Station)
• Rosthwaite
• Patterdale
• Shap
• Kirkby Stephen
• Richmond
• Ingleby Arncliffe
• Egton Bridge  

All checkpoints will include:

• Hot and/or cold food (Non-Vegan and Vegan options available)
• Hot & cold water / beverages
• Snacks & race nutrition
• Indoor access
• Toilet facilities & period products
• First aid support

Cut-Offs 

Overall cut-off: 114 hours

All participants must meet checkpoint cut-offs (to be detailed in final event pack).

Participants who fall behind cut-off pace may be withdrawn from the event for safety reasons.

Safety & Rules

This is a physically and mentally demanding multi-day ultra event. Participants must be adequately trained and prepared.

A mandatory kit list will apply and must be respected at all times (details provided in race pack)

Live tracking will be in place for all participants—it is the participant’s responsibility to return the tracker.

The route must be followed at all times.

Participants who withdraw must inform race control and report to the nearest checkpoint.

Participants must be capable of maintaining forward progress within event cut-offs and managing themselves between checkpoints.

Additional Information

This event is officially registered with the International Trail Running Association (ITRA). Participants who finish will earn ITRA endurance points.

Full race details, GPX file, checkpoint breakdown, cut-offs, and mandatory kit list will be issued in advance of the event.

Bag drop service will be available at selected checkpoints (details in race pack)

Community Traverse 

Community Traverse is founded to provide accessible & inclusive endurance events that offer excellent provision and a supportive environment.