What is The Wall?
The Wall is a 70-mile ultramarathon organised by Rat Race Events, running from Carlisle to Gateshead along the route of Hadrian's Wall. It takes place in June each year and is one of the most iconic ultra events in the UK.
What's in This Guide?
This site is built entirely from real participants - people who have run The Wall and shared their experience, advice and hard-earned wisdom. It's not official Rat Race content.
Gear Guide
The most popular shoes, hiking poles and running vests chosen by Wall runners – based on a real tally of what the community wears. Includes community picks and Amazon links.
View Gear Guide →Nutrition Guide
What to eat, when to eat it, and what to avoid. Real advice from Wall finishers – including what's available at the legendary pit stops and how to fuel 70 miles without hitting the wall.
View Nutrition →Training Guide
How to prepare your body and mind for 70 miles. Time on feet, back-to-back long days, strength work, night training and gut training – all from experienced Wall finishers.
View Training →Race Day Guide & FAQ
The top tips, the most common questions, the things nobody tells you. From "what shoes to start in" to "how to survive the night section" – all answered by the community.
View Race Guide →Logistics & Drop Bags
Everything you need to know about the Hexham drop bag, parking at Carlisle Castle, getting to the start and collecting your kit after the finish.
View Logistics →Top Tips from Finishers
Top tips from those who have done it - funny, honest and invaluable advice from Wall finishers that you don't want to miss before race day.
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