# Event Details - **Event Name**: Race 2 The Castle 2027 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 24 Apr, 2027 at 01:00 am – Sat, 24 Apr, 2027 at 04:00 am (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Welcome to RACE TO THE CASTLE 2027 Is this your first year? or are you joining us for your "pair of castles" or your "triple castle" or is this your "four of a kind" year? Event Overview R2TC is an event that celebrates the strength, strategy, and courage it takes to commit to an ultra-distance paddle. Race to the Castle is a fun, friendly, safe, and inclusive event open to all paddlers. Whether you enter solo, with friends, family, or as part of your SUP club, you’ll be joining a community of like-minded adventurers, paddlers and racers. Take on the challenge. Battle the elements. Race to the castle. Then celebrate together and swap stories at the finish. Paddlers from across the UK and around the world have already taken part and we can't wait to welcome you. Event Details Date: Saturday 24th April 2027 Location: River Trent, UK Distance: 40km Type: One-way, downriver (fully navigable waters) Start: Suspension Bridge, River Trent Finish: Newark Castle Portages: 5 Finish Highlight: “The Royal Finish” at Newark Castle Event Format You can take part in one of three ways: Race Fleet: Test your speed, stamina, and strategy. Compete for BPs and podium positions. Adventure Fleet: More time, same route. Ideal if you want to complete the challenge at your own pace. Team Events: Share the journey with others, relay or paddle together as a group. Awards All castlers receive an official R2TC Finisher Medal and Top 3 Male & Female fastest paddler in each category will be crowned Kings & Queens of the River. Registration Registration will take place at Welbeck Hall, Nottingham on Event Morning between 530am - 8am via your wave start time, you can make your own way to registration or click and add the event logistics and shuttle service. Event Logistics & Add-Ons At the point of registration you will be asked if they would like to pre-book any of the following optional services: Event Day Parking Pass Overnight Car Park Camping Pass Shower Access Pass (pre and post-race) Shuttle Bus These options are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to help us manage site capacity and keep the event running smoothly. Once you have selected your preferences during registration, you will receive a follow-up email with payment instructions to confirm and secure these extras. Shuttle Bus & Transport Logistics To make race day as simple and stress-free as possible, we operate a coordinated transport system between the start and finish locations. Friday Evening – Board Drop-Off Location: Welbeck Hall, Nottingham Paddlers will drop off: Deflated SUP boards, paddles, pumps and non-essential gear Event Morning – Shuttle Service A dedicated shuttle bus service will run from Newark (finish area) to the start Timing will be clearly communicated in the pre-event race briefing email Paddlers will be transported together in waves to ensure a smooth start flow Equipment Transport All board bags and pumps will be transported by the event team from the start to the finish This ensures you only need to paddle with your race setup and essential Event Experience The entire course will be fully supported by our on-water safety and event team, known as the Royal Crew. They will provide: Course guidance and directional support On-water assistance where needed Monitoring of all participants throughout the race Our aim is to ensure a safe, well-supported, and professionally managed race experience from start to finish.Finish Line: Festival with event village at Newark Castle. Food, massage, music and celebrations. After Party: Awards, dancing, food, disco and bar with fellow paddlers and crew at Newark Town Hall. Sunday “Hangover Day”: Board Demo sessions, tasters sessions, and Yoga. Please make sure to read all Timings, T&Cs and Safety in advance of sign up. Stay updated with all the latest news on our Facebook Event Page We can't wait to cheer you in at the castle - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nottingham/race-2-the-castle-2027/200030462329221 - **Event Categories**: sports, trips-adventures, parties, workshops, entertainment, contests, festivals, health-wellness, camping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 320 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Nottingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The Suspension Bridge, Nottingham - **lat**: 52.93363 - **long**: -1.14038 - **full address**: The Suspension Bridge, Nottingham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Race 2 The Castle 2027 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/baca2f8bd3608be5fe826d2a34371ca9c2d2f448c512f6bca797adaca77d030d-rimg-w1200-h900-dc080808-gmir?v=1787436884 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Race 2 The Castle 2027 being held? - **A:** Race 2 The Castle 2027 takes place on Sat, 24 Apr, 2027 at 01:00 am to Sat, 24 Apr, 2027 at 04:00 am at The Suspension Bridge, Nottingham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Race 2 The Castle 2027 ? - **A:** Race 2 The Castle 2027 is organized by Race To The Castle. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Race 2 The Castle 2027 is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nottingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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