Kielder

Britain's 'most beautiful' marathon is back! The course which encircles the shore line of Kielder Water will attract thousands of runners and spectator.IT’S BACK...Britain’s Most Beautiful Marathon returns.TRANQUIL, PEACEFUL, INVIGORATING, INSPIRING, CHALLENGING, PICTURESQUE, MEMORABLE, REWARDING...but just remember...it's no bus ride!! The Active Northumberland Kielder Marathon route follows an almost entirely off-road course around northern Europe’s largest man-made lake, Kielder Water, in Northumberland. It all adds up to an electric atmosphere and a fabulous weekend in this beautiful part of the country.Why not make a short break of it and bring your friends and family along? There is plenty to do in and around Kielder Water and the wider Northumberland countryside! Use the accommodation link to look for places to stay.