Castles & Islands Challenge

31/05/2026

💥13 TEAMS ENTERED💥
💥ONLY 2 PLACES REMAINING💥
⏰13 HOURS UNTIL THE ENTRY WINDOW CLOSES⏰

Get registered before the time runs out

https://castlesandislands.co.uk/application-form/

26/05/2026

💥12 Teams Confirmed💥

There’s only 4 days left until our entry window closes for the 2026 event. 3 places left available. If you’re toying with the idea then think fast before your chance runs out. We’d love to see you on the water!

13/05/2026

https://www.northumberlandgazette.co.uk/sport/northumberland-8541032

The Castle and Islands Challenge, combining running and sailing, will take place on June 19th and 20th.

13/05/2026

It doesn’t take much looking back to remember why this event is so special.

With the beautiful backdrop of the Northumberland coast, through the dead of night, Castles and Islands is hard to beat.

37 days to go

12/05/2026

💥11 BOATS CONFIRMED💥

You’ve got 19 days left to secure one of the last 4 remaining places in this year’s event.

Hustle your crew and get ready roll 🌊🏃🏼🛶⛵️

16/04/2026

🏃‍♂️ RUNNERS WANTED! 🏃‍♀️

We’re looking for runners to join teams for the 2026 Castles & Islands Challenge!

If you’re keen to be part of this unique event combining running and sailing along the stunning Northumberland coastline, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Please message this page with your details to get involved.

12/04/2026

Only 5 spots remaining for the 2026 Castles & Islands Challenge! ⛵🏃‍♂️

Entries will remain open until 31st May 2026, but there will be no last-minute entries permitted — once they’re gone, they’re gone.

It’s not too late to get involved in this unique adventure across Northumberland’s stunning coastline, castles, and islands.

Secure your place now 👉 www.castlesandislands.co.uk

27/03/2026

Tomorrow is Entry Night!

Come along, meet the team, see what it’s all about. Entries can be officially made, or if you’re just interested to see what it’s all about then call in and listen to the full story from Pete Hammond, the mind behind the whole event.

The bar will be open and there’s Lasagne on to keep everyone fed.

Whether you’re an old hand at the challenge, or looking to get involved for the first time, come and join us!

Saturday 28th March, 7.30pm, Coquet Yacht Club, Amble

24/03/2026

💥ENTRY NIGHT💥

With 4 days to go, there’s 10 teams already shown interest in this years event.

With entries limited to 15 there’s potentially only 5 spaces left.

If you want to be in with the chance to be part of this years adventure, make sure you express your interest via our website.

Don’t miss the opportunity to get involved!

28/01/2026

⛵ C*C Castles & Islands Challenge 2026 ⛵

The 2026 C*C Castles & Islands Challenge is fast approaching! Join us for the Entry Evening to get all the details you need.

📅 Saturday 28th March 2026
🕖 From 7:00pm
📍 C*C

We’ll cover the course, safety requirements, and what to expect on race day — plus answer any questions.

⚠️ Important:
• Entries limited to 15 yachts
• Entries open on the night – first come, first served

Returning competitor or first-timer, we’d love to see you there!

🌬️ Fair winds
C*C Castles & Islands Committee