For the first time ever, the legendary Northumbrian Triathlon weekend is opening up to trail runners – and it’s bringing two spectacular new races to the party. Introducing The Northumbrian Ultra Trail Runs – a 48K ultra and a 27.6K trail race – both set to take place in Kielder, Northumberland on 29 June 2025. Here's why this event...
There’s a new challenge coming to the trails of Kielder in 2025, and it’s set to be one of the most scenic and exciting additions to The Northumbrian weekend yet. For the first time ever, runners can take part in two brand-new trail races – a 50K Ultra and a 20K trail run...
ARE YOU READY TO TRI? You asked, and we delivered! As we gear up for The Northumbrian 2025, we'll be sharing everything you need to know to excel at your triathlon journey. From trail shoe recommendations to expert nutrition tips, we've got you covered from swim to run. Firstly, we're diving into nutrition, sharing our favourite snacks...
Over 200 athletes have tackled the third edition of a gruelling triathlon event in Northumberland. The Northumbrian challenged participants with the option of either a full 'Iron' triathlon distance of 140.6 miles, or the half distance of 70.3 miles, starting and finishing at Kielder Waterside. Those taking park in the full Iron distance started with a...
The countdown to the third edition of the Ultimate Triathlon is on! On the 30th June 2024, a select number of athletes will embark on the journey through the testing Northumberland landscape, and into Scotland on the bike lap. We've summed up our Top Race Day Tips here, to ensure you're prepared for race day, and...
Our Northumbrian Winner’s trophies are beautifully hand-crafted by Charred Wood UK, a Northumberland-based family business. The company source the wood from the Scottish Borders and pick out high-quality kiln-dried hardwoods such as Beech, Sycamore, and Cherry with lots of character and detail in the grain. Chris Ewing is a self-taught pyrographer, and carefully preps the wood,...
In celebration of International Women's Day and the remarkable women who inspire us, we're shining a spotlight on Emily ('E'), a phenomenal triathlete and influencer who tackled the Northumbrian challenge last July. As half of the dynamic duo known to their Instagram followers as 'Twice The Health,' Emily and her partner have cultivated a strong following...
Whether you have signed up for a half or full-Iron triathlon, embarking on this journey will be an exciting one! It can be challenging to balance running, cycling, and swimming at the same time as it requires commitment and careful planning. But worry not, we have you covered and hope to be part of this journey...
The second edition of an ‘iron’ triathlon event has been hailed as a big success after it was held in Northumberland last weekend. The Northumbrian returned to Kielder Waterside on Sunday 2 July and over 300 athletes signed up as individuals or in teams, more than at the inaugural event last year. The event was organised...
The perfect beanie or bobble hat was yet to be created until co-Founders Ian and Tamara joined forces in 2010 creating the WORLD RENOWNED Big Bobble Hat! First launched in the French Alps 13 years ago, they now sell over 100 unique Big Bobble Hat styles and have also expanded their clothing range which now includes beanies,...