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Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra backwards

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Allendale, Northumberland, North East, United Kingdom

calendar_today 01 Aug, 2026

About the Event

Run a historic trail in reverse on an epic journey through England's wild northern landscape. The Isaac's Tea Trail Ultra - Backwards challenges you to conquer 37 miles and 4,800 feet of ascent on Saturday, 1st August 2026, starting and finishing in the village of Allendale. This unique event traces the full loop of the famed Isaac's Tea Trail in reverse, guiding you through the remote valleys and heather-clad moors of the North Pennines AONB and UNESCO Geopark. Navigate a stunning mix of riverside paths, farmland tracks, and ancient mining hamlets like Alston and Nenthead in this self-navigated, 12-hour adventure. Experience incredible support with well-stocked checkpoints, live tracking for dot-watchers, and a true community spirit honoring the trail's philanthropic tea-selling heritage. Whether you're an ultra veteran or a relay team seeking a shared challenge, this race offers a profoundly scenic and historic test. Claim your place on this iconic, backwards route and create your own story in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Races Offered

11 Miler

Aug 02, 2025

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Distance — 17.7K

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09:30

Marathon

Aug 02, 2025

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Distance — 42.2K

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12:00

Ultra Relay (team of up to 3)

Aug 02, 2025

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Distance — 59.5K

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77 days remaining

Ultra Solo

Aug 02, 2025

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Distance — 59.5K

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77 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Allendale, Northumberland.

thermostat Temperature

11.7° / 17.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

8.6° / 14.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 37m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.0 mm

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air Avg wind speed

16.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

81.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:46

nightlight Sunset

20:39

About Allendale, Northumberland

Learn more about the host city, Allendale, Northumberland.

Allendale, often marked on maps as Allendale Town, is a village and civil parish in south west Northumberland, England. It is located within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.