Race timing across the North East
Sports Timing Solutions provides chip timing and race timing for events across the North East, including Darlington, Teesside, County Durham, North Yorkshire and Tyneside. We have around 20 years of experience, and every year thousands of runners at events in Darlington and North Tyneside get their times from us.
Two of the region's biggest council-run events have trusted us with their timing year after year. Here is what that looks like.
Darlington Run Events
Timed by us since 2021
2,000–3,000 runners per event
The 10k, 5k and 3k, with fast chip timing for every distance and a finish line that keeps moving.
North Tyneside 10k
Timed by us since 2015
2,300 runners per event
More than ten years as the event's timing partner, from the start line to the last finisher.
More than a finish time
At both events, runners and spectators get the full Sports Timing Solutions experience, not just a number on a list.
- Live resultsTimes appear as runners cross the line, so friends and family can follow along from anywhere.
- Live trackingFollow runners around the course on a live map with STS Tracker.
- Live videoWatch the finish line live, and see your runner come home.
- Personalised certificatesEvery finisher can download a certificate with their name, time and position.
Where we provide chip timing in the North East
We are based in Cottingham, near Hull, and the North East is part of our regular patch. Whether your event is a town centre 10k, a coastal run, a trail race or a charity fun run, we can time it. We regularly work across:
- Darlington
- Teesside: Middlesbrough, Stockton, Hartlepool and Redcar
- County Durham: Durham, Newton Aycliffe, Bishop Auckland and Consett
- North Yorkshire: Richmond, Northallerton and Scarborough
- North Tyneside: Whitley Bay, Tynemouth and North Shields
- Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead
- Sunderland and South Tyneside
- Northumberland
Not on the list? Ask us. If your event is within reach of the A1, the chances are we can time it.
Why councils and organisers choose us
- Proven at scale. Events of 2,000 to 3,000 runners are routine for us, not a stretch.
- Long-term partners. Our work with North Tyneside spans more than a decade, and Darlington has stayed with us since 2021.
- Public-facing extras included. Live results, live tracking, live video and finisher certificates give your event a professional feel without extra suppliers.
- Clear, fair quotes. Tell us about your event and we will send a transparent quote with no hidden fees.
Event case studies
See how we deliver timing for the North East's biggest events, from the build-up to the final finisher.
Darlington Run Events
10k, 5k and 3k · 2021 to present
How we time three distances and 2,000 to 3,000 runners across the day, with live results, tracking and finish-line video.
North Tyneside 10k
10k · 2015 to present
More than ten years of timing one of the region's biggest 10k events, with around 2,300 runners each year.
North East race timing: common questions
Do you provide chip timing for events in the North East?
Yes. We have timed the Darlington Run Events since 2021 and the North Tyneside 10k since 2015, and we cover Teesside, County Durham, North Yorkshire, Tyneside and Northumberland.
What do runners get with your race timing?
Runners can follow live results and live tracking, and download a personalised finisher certificate with their name, time and position. Live finish-line video is available at events such as Darlington and North Tyneside, so ask us about it for yours.
Can you time council and charity events?
Yes. Our North East work includes two long-running council events, and we also time charity runs, club races and community events of all sizes.
How much does race timing cost?
It depends on the number of runners, the distances and the services you need. Send us your event details and we will provide a transparent quote with no hidden fees.
Send us the date, location, expected numbers and distances, and we will come back with a quote. Make an enquiry.