Punk Panther Endurance Events
Event Date: N/A
From the heart of Leeds to the heart of the Dales. This race traces the River Aire from the Centre of Leeds by the Railway Station to its' source at Malham Tarn. This race follows the path of the River Aire from city centre Leeds to its source at Malham Tarn – the highest marl lake in the United Kingdom. As the urban landscapes subside, the beauty of the Yorkshire Dales opens up for runners as they pass through the historic market town of Skipton, the Victorian workers’ village of Saltaire and the picturesque village of Gargrave where it links with the Pennine Way and onto Malham. Do you want to challenge your limits even further? There is the 100 mile option which starts at Malham Tarn and runs the route in reverse before joining the 50 mile runners at Leeds Train Station
Entries Open: N/A
Entries Close: N/A
Distances: 50/100 Miles
Climb: 3700/7400 feet
ITRA Points: 3/5
UTMB: Q100K/Q100M
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 21:00 Sunday
Car Park: CitiPark 7 Whitehall Road, Leeds, LS1 4BN. Please note this is a 24 hour pay car park
Bus: Transport is available for those that want to leave their car at the finish and travel to the start. This will leave Malham Tarn at 5.00am and arrive at the start approximately 6.30am
Toilets: Nearest public toilets are at Leeds Train station (500 yards)
Registration: From 06:00 in the Car Park
Start:
50 Mile Race: Leeds Train Station (2 minute walk from registration)
100 Mile Race: Malham Tarn - For those running competitively the start is at 19:00 for those that just want to complete the race early starts are available on request.
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints) Must be non-collapsible if you want hot drinks.
1L water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on.
Charging Cable for Phone and Power Bank for 100 miles.
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1: Apperley Bridge (8.5 miles) Open 08:00 Close 11:00
CP2: Hirst Wood (15 miles) Open 09:00 Close 12:00
CP3: Thwaites Brow (21.5 miles) Open 09:45 Close 13:00 (NO SUPPORT ALLOWED)
CP4: Kildwick (28 miles) Open 11:00 Close 14:30
CP5: Skipton (35 miles) Open 12:30 to 17:00 (DROP BAG)
CP6: Airton (41.5 miles) Open 13:30 to 19:00 (NO SUPPORT ALLOWED)
Finish: Malham Tarn Road (50 miles) Open 14:30 to 21:00
Drop Bags: One small carrier sized drop bag will be allowed for the night Checkpoint which is at approximately 26 miles, this must only contain items that you will take with you, we have no facility to transport anything left to the finish anything left will be disposed off responsibly.
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
GPX files: The route and route description are available from the tabs above. The files are provisional and will be confirmed via email as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on the website during the event.
Results: Previous results can be found here
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FKT:
100 Miles: Alistair Nash 23:29 (2022)
50 Miles: Stephen Kirk 7:48 (2021)
Event Date: TBC
Every year The Punk Panther team undertake at least one crazy Challenge. Last Year Ryk Downes, Dom Garvey and Matt Gibson did the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Three times in a row. This year we aim to go one better and make it four times around. We are doing it in support of The Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association. The challenge Starts at the Ribblehead Viaduct and ascends Whernside first then stops at Broadrake Bunk House CP and next ascends Ingleborough to a CP at Horton in Ribblesdale, then Pen-y-Ghent, and back to the Ribblehead Viaduct CP. It is a 25 mile loop with over 5000ft climb. The full challenge is to complete 100 miles, 12 peaks and 21,000ft climb ideally in under 48 hours. If you are interested in joining us for anything from one peak to all 12, please email us at admin@punkpanther.co.uk. We need at least one new person per lap to join us in case of injury/illness. Details of those signed up so far can be found in the Details section. There will be a tracker link so you can keep an eye on our progress.
Approximate start times.
Day 1 Lap 1 : 8am : Ryk Downes, Steve Dillon, Steve Hurren, Katheryn Smith
Day 1 Lap 2 : 6pm : Ryk Downes, Steve Dillon, Steve Hurren, Katheryn Smith
Day 2 Lap 3 : 6am : Ryk Downes, Steve Dillon, Steve Hurren, Katheryn Smith, David Coulthard, Claire Jones, Matt Gibson
Day 2 Lap 4 : 8pm : Ryk Downes, Steve Dillon, Steve Hurren, Katheryn Smith, David Coulthard, Claire Jones
If you would like to join us email us with which lap you would like to start from and how many you would like to do.
Event Date: June 2024
In 2023 I did A Pennine Journey. Starting and finishing in Settle and visiting Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Pen-y-Ghent, Buckden, Askrigg, Gunnerside, Tan Hill, Bowes, Middleton-in-Teesdale, High Force, Westgate, Rookhope, Blanchland, Hexham, Challerford, Housesteads, Hadrian's Wall, Greenhead, Lambley, Slaggyford, Alston, Garrigill, Cross Fell, Milburn, Dufton, Appleby, Church Brough, Kirkby Stephen. Wild Boar Fell, Garsdale, Sedbergh, Dent, Whernside, Ingleton, Ingleborough, and Clapham. This 247 mile route is a modernisation of a 211 mile route that Alfred Wainwright walked in 1938. For further details visit A Pennine Journey.
I raised over £1000 for the Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association, a full report can be found here:
In 2024 I will be 60 and plan to celebrate with my biggest challenge ever - A 500 mile Challenge along with 5 times around the Yorkshire 3 Peaks. I am in the planning stage and open to suggestions. At the moment I am thinking of doing the National 3 Peaks all on foot!
TBC
Click the button below to download the GPX file for this race.
(Unfortunately there is a currently an issue with Chrome mobile that will not allow the download of a gpx file. If you cannot download it any other way please email us via the contact form)
Provisional Event Date : TBA
Following The Dales Way from Bowness-on-Windermere via Burneside, Sedbergh, Dent, Camhouses, Outershaw, Beckermonds, Buckden, Kettlewell Grassington, Burnsall, Bolton Abbey & Addingham to Ilkley then picking up on the Dales Way Link to Saltaire and Bradford Cathedral then returning to Saltaire to the Start of the Dales High Way, which then goes to Addingham, Skipton, Settle, over Ingleborough & the Shoulder of Whernside into Dent, Sedbergh, over the Howgills (via The Calf), Wath, Great Asby, Appleby-in-Westmoreland. Then the twist in the tail up to the awesome High Cup Nick before returning to Appleby for an epic journey. Eighty-Two hours to complete 200 miles of the most breathtaking views and brutal trails England has to offer with over 25000ft of ascent! It is the epitome of Beauty and the Beast. Your Destiny awaits...
Entries Now Open:
Entries Close: Thursday 20th June 2024
Early Bird Deadline (1): Sunday 31st December 2023
Early Bird Deadline (2): Sunday 31st March 2024
Distance: 200 Miles
Climb: 25000 feet
ITRA Points: 6
UTMB: Q100M
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 50
Event Closes: 19:30 Sunday 7th July 2024
Car Park: N/A
Registration: The Glebe, Bowness-on-Windermere
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker. When you collect your tracker at registration it will already switched on and you will be given instructions on where to carry it. During the race the tracker will show on the Destiny 200 Tracker Screen You can share this link with your friends and family so they can see how you are doing. If you click the podium icon on the tracker screen it will show you each runners ETA at the CPs and their projected finish time based on their current speed. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race.
Route: Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors with the Final Race Instructions the week before the event. You MUST use the email version as this will take into account any last minute diversions.
Taping: This event is NOT taped. For the most part it is a waymarked trail. It follows the Dales Way from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ilkley then the Dales Way Link to Bradford Cathedral. It then returns to Saltaire on the Dales Way Link and follows the Dales High Way to Appleby-in-Westmoreland where it then does a bespoke loop around High Cup Nick.
Kit list: We will not be doing a kit check at registration, but you will be expected to always carry the following as a minimum for your safety. (You are responsible for your own safety). We will be carrying out random kit checks on the course and if you are found not carrying your full kit, you will be disqualified.
Suitable Bag for all your kit (not a carrier bag!)
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams.
Spare base layer
Enough fluids to get you to the next CP.
Cup to enable you to get drinks at CPs.
Energy Bar/Nutrition.
Survival/Bivvy Bag (not just a sheet).
Whistle.
Mobile phone with race director’s number: Mark 07702 021156 Ryk (07950 008005) stored in it.
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE ON AT ALL TIMES SO THAT WE CAN CONTACT YOU IF NECESSARY.
Tracker for Ultramarathon (supplied by us) MUST be always worn.
Hat/buff.
Gloves.
Personal First Aid Kit.
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (Details will be sent with final competitor instructions see below)
Head Torch
Charging Cable for Phone and Power Bank.
NB: Dependent on the weather this list may be amended when the final competitor instructions are sent out.
Start: 08:30 Brantfell Road, Bowness-on-Windermere (15 minute walk from Registration)
Checkpoints: (TBC) Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps. There will three CPs with Hot Food and places to sleep
Cut - Offs: If you arrive at a CP after it is closed you will be retired from the race.
Support Crews: Please ensure any support crews avoid official CPs, this is due to lack of space. Anyone breaking this rule will result in their runner being disqualified. If you have a support crew there are plenty of other places to meet you on the route. This is either due to a lack of space that we need for our marshals and medic or it is private property.
Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt and Framed Certificate.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors the week before the event.
Results: Previous results can be found here: Destiny 200 Results and will be updated during the event.
Course Record: N/A
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Event Date: TBA
Setting off from the shores of Windermere in the Lake District, this ultramarathon takes place on arguably the most beautiful trail in the country, the iconic Dales Way. The route stays mainly in the Yorkshire Dales National Park once it leaves Cumbria and largely follows the path of the River Wharfe as it winds its way through the Dales. Runners travel over moors, across limestone pavements and through deep valleys, passing Dent, Buckden, Kettlewell, Grassington and Burnsall on the way. Major sights include the The Howgills, the Yorkshire Three Peaks and Ilkley Moor, as well as the beautiful Lune Valley, Dentdale, Camhouses and Bolton Abbey.
Entries Now Open:
Entries Close: Thursday 20th June 2024
Early Bird Deadline: Thursday 30th November 2023
Distance: 82 Miles
Climb: 7500 feet
UTMB Points: 4
ITRA: Q100K
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 100
Event Closes: Friday 5th July 18:30
Car Park: There is an event car park at the Finish (See below for location)
Bus: There is a bus available from the Finish to the Start on the morning of the event. This can be booked when registering.
Registration: Bowness-on-Windermere (The Glebe) from 07:15 – 08:15 Those coming by bus will be registered on the bus. LA23 3HE
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker. When you collect your tracker at registration it will already switched on and you will be given instructions on where to carry it. During the race the tracker will show on the Dales Way 2024 Tracker Screen You can share this link with your friends and family so they can see how you are doing. If you click the podium icon on the tracker screen it will show you each runners ETA at the CPs and their projected finish time based on their current speed. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race.
Route: Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors with the Final Race Instructions the week before the event. You MUST use the email version as this will take into account any last minute diversions.
Taping: We will NOT be marking this route as it follows the waymarked route of the Dales Way.
Kit list: We will not be doing a kit check at registration, but you will be expected to always carry the following as a minimum for your safety. (You are responsible for your own safety). We will be carrying out random kit checks on the course and if you are found not carrying your full kit, you will be disqualified.
Suitable Bag for all your kit (not a carrierbag!)
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams.
Spare base layer
Enough fluids to get you to the next CP.
Cup to enable you to get drinks at CPs.
Energy Bar/Nutrition.
Survival/Bivvy Bag (not just a sheet).
Whistle.
Mobile phone with race director’s number: Mark 07702 021156 Ryk (07950 008005) stored in it.
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE ON AT ALL TIMES SO THAT WE CAN CONTACT YOU IF NECESSARY.
Tracker for Ultramarathon (supplied by us) MUST be always worn.
Hat/buff.
Gloves.
Personal First Aid Kit.
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (Details will be sent with final competitor instructions see below)
Head Torch
Charging Cable for Phone and Power Bank.
NB: Dependent on the weather this list may be amended when the final competitor instructions are sent out.
Start: 08:30 Bowness-on-Windermere (Field at top of Brantfell Road) LA23 3AD
Checkpoints (TBC): Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1: Garnet Fold (Roadside) : 11.5 miles) Open 10:00 Close 12:30 NO TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS
*** NO SUPPORT VEHICLES/SPECTATORS PERMITTED ***
CP2: Sedbergh (Roadside) (24miles) Opens 12:45 Close 16:15 NO TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS
*** NO SUPPORT VEHICLES/SPECTATORS PERMITTED ***
CP3: Sportsman's Arms Dent (34 miles) Open 14:00 Close 19:45 FREE TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS – HOT DRINKS – SANDWICHES
CP4: Gearstones (Cottage) LA6 3AS (40 miles) Open 15:30 Close Sat 23:59FREE TOILETS – SNACKS – HOT FOOD – WATER – SOFT DRINKS – HOT DRINKS (Drop Bag).*** NO SUPPORT VEHICLES/SPECTATORS PERMITTED ***
CP5: Buckden (National Park Car Park) BD23 5JA (52 miles) Open 17:45 Close Sun 07:00 FREE TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS
CP6: Grassington (National Park Car Park) BD23 5DG (63 miles) Open 19:45 Close Sun 12:00 20p TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS
CP7: Bolton Abbey (Gazebo opposite the Cavendish Pavillion) BD23 6AW (73 miles) Open 21:30 Close Sun 15:30
*** SUPPORT VEHICLES/SPECTATORS ONLY PERMITTED DURING SUNDAY DURING ESTATE OPENING TIMES***
FREE TOILETS – SNACKS – WATER – SOFT DRINKS Please note Bolton Abbey is closed to vehicles between 9pm and 9am, during these times support vehicles/spectators should go to Bardon Bridge where there is a small roadside car park but no toilets.
CP2, CP6 and CP7 are on the Dales Way, all other CPs will be signed from the Dales Way and you must retrace your steps to re-join the Dales Way.
Cut - Offs: If you arrive at a CP after it is closed you will be retired from the race.
Support Crews: Please ensure any support crews avoid official CPs. Anyone breaking this rule will result in their runner being disqualified. If you have a support crew there are plenty of other places to meet you on the route. This is either due to a lack of space that we need for our marshals and medic or it is private property.
Finish: Ilkley (Marquee on Tennis and Squash Club field). LS29 0QL (80 miles). Open 22:00 Close Sun 20:30.FREE TOILETS – SNACKS – HOT FOOD – WATER – SOFT DRINKS – HOT DRINKS – SHOWERS (daytime only). Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
Please note the Dales Way ends about half a mile past the Finish, you must go past the finish to the end and then come back to the finish for your time.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors the week before the event.
Results: Previous results can be found here: Dales Way Results and will be updated during the event.
Course Record: Can be found here (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year) Course Records
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Event Date: Saturday 9th March 2024
Through moors and wood, by rivers and canals.
This trail race largely follows the Welcome Way, a circular trail through moorland landscapes, alongside rivers, canals and reservoirs, across farmland and through woodland. High points include Otley Chevin and Burley and Baildon moors. For those looking to challenge their limits even further, a seven-mile additional loop can be added around Bingley and Shipley Glen. Half marathon to ultramarathon distances.
Entries Close: Sunday 25th February 2024
Early Bird Deadline: TBC
Distances: 13/20/34/50 Miles
Climb: 2200/2400/4300/6000 Feet
ITRA Points: 1/1/2/3
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q50K
Race Series: Race 3 of 9
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 21:30
Car Park: Opens 06:00. Craftsman Tools Car Park (owned by William Sinclair Stationers in Otley – both have kindly allowed us to use it for the race). It is located at the end of Bremner Street off the A659 Pool Road LS21 1JD. The event toilets are located at the entrance to this car park.
Registration: Otley Cricket Club Pavilion, Pool Road, Otley, LS21 1HE (Through Otley Rugby Club car park and turn right)
Ultramarathon : 06:30 to 07:15
20 Mile Race : 07:15 to 07:45
Half Marathon : 07:45 to 08:15
*** Please ensure that you register in your time window and not before ***
Start (From Wharfemeadows Park – 10-minute walk from Registration):
There will be a race brief for each race 5 minutes before the start.
Ultramarathon : 07:30
20 Mile Race : 08:00
Half Marathon : 08:30
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon and 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint will have water, coke, energy bars and crisps.
If you reach a CP after the closing time you will be timed out and have to retire.
CP1 and CP2 are on all courses.
CP1: Denton (9 miles) Open 08:45 Close 11:00 (7 miles on the Half marathon course)
CP2: Burley (14 miles) Open 09:30 Close 12:45 *** DRINK STATION ONLY *** (12 miles on the Half marathon course)
CP3, CP4 and CP5 are only on the Ultramarathon courses
CP3: Shipley Glen (20/28 miles) Open 11:00 Close 15:30 (If you wish to do the loop you must get to CP3 by 13:00 you will return to this checkpoint after the loop. If you are doing the 50 mile course and do not get to CP3 by 13:00 you will be dropped down to the 34 mile course)
CP4: The Chevin (29/37 miles) Open 12:00 Close 18:00
CP5: Arthington Village Hall (44 miles) Open 15:00 Close 20:00 (50 mile course only)
Finish: Otley Cricket Club (34/42 miles) Open 10:30 Close 21:30 (This is also the cut-off giving 14 hours to complete all courses)
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
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Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
50 Miles: Marcus Williams 8:42 (2023)
42 Miles: Craig Pritchard 5:47 (2019)
34 Miles: Michael Harris 4:28 (2023)
20 Miles: Adam Stirk 2:54 (2023)
Half Marathon: Tomas Cunnama 1:59 (2023)
ENTRIES ARE NOT YET OPEN FOR THIS EVENT
Event Date: Saturday 13th April 2024
Setting off from the beautiful market Town of Skipton meaning “Sheep Town” in an old Northern dialect which is recorded in the doomsday book, this new route takes in parts of the Dales High Way, River Aire Ultra and Pennine Way. For both the Ultra distances the beautiful Malham Tarn and spectacular Gordale Scar are visited with breath-taking views of the best of the Dales and are not to be missed. The 50 mile distance heads off after Gordale Scar and then joins the Pennine Way all the way to the peak of Pen-y–ghent ascending Fountains Fell along the way. Down into Horton-in-Ribblesdale you follow the Ribble Way back out onto the fells eventually returning to Malham Tarn and following the route of the River Aire back to Skipton.
Entries Open: TBC
Entries Close: Sunday 31st March 2024
Early Bird Deadline: TBC
Distances: 13/20/34/50 miles
Climb: 1500/2200/4200/7600 feet
ITRA Points: 1/1/2/3
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q100K
Race Series: YES
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 23:00
Car Park: Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road, Skipton BD23 1UD
Registration: From 06:30 to 07:45 at Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road, Skipton BD23 1UD
Start:
Ultramarathons 07:30
20 Miles 08:00
Half Marathon 08:30
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Extra Base Layer
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps. No support crews are allowed at CPs except Gargrave).
CP1: Hetton 8 Miles (20/34/50) Open 08:45 Close 10:00 ///purses.camcorder.declining
CP2: Gargrave 8/16 Miles (HM/20) Open 09:45 Close 14:00 ///stuffing.lilac.handbook
CP3: Malham 15 Miles (34/50) Open 10:00 Close 12:30 ///lifelong.lunching.robe
CP4: Rainscar 22 Miles (50) Open 11:00 Close: 14:00 ///onto.sensitive.union
CP5: Feizor 32 Miles (50) Open 13:00 Close: 16:30 ///unite.recur.sunroof
CP6: Airton 24.5/43.5 Miles (34/50) Open 11:30 Close 17:30 ///snowboard.steepest.answer
Finish: Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road, Skipton BD23 1UD. Open 10:30 Close 22:30 ///tactical.scrubber.barmaid
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
50 Miles: Craig Pritchard 9:49 (2023)
34 Miles: Sean Merryweather 5:02 (2023)
20 Miles: Ben Hamilton 2:49 (2023)
Half Marathon: Tomas Cunnama 2:05 (2023)
ENTRIES ARE NOT YET OPEN FOR THIS EVENT
Event Date: TBC
Take in the gorgeous Dales vistas from on high.
With around 14,000ft of climb and 90 miles long, this ultramarathon trail race along the Dales High Way long-distance walking path will challenge your limits like no other. Starting in the Victorian workers ’ village of Saltaire and culminating in Appleby-in-Westmorland in Cumbria, the route roughly runs parallel to the Settle and Carlisle Railway and takes in iconic Dales locations such as the Ribblehead Viaduct, Ingleborough (one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks), the market towns of Settle, Dent and Sedbergh, as well as traversing the majestic Howgills. A punishing 14-mile loop with an extra 2,000ft of climb to High Cup Nick (one of the best views in England) can be added for those looking to round up to a 100-plus miler.
Entries Close: Sunday 30th April 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Monday 31st January 2022
Distances: 90/104 miles
Climb: 14600/16600 feet
ITRA Points: 5/6
UTMB: Q100M/Q100M
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 100
Event Closes: 19:00 Sunday 14th May 2023
Car Park: On street parking in Saltaire
Registration: From 05:30 at Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, BD18 3JS
Start: 06:00 from Victoria Hall, Victoria Road, Saltaire, Shipley, BD18 3JS
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints) Must be non-collapsible if you want hot drinks.
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Additional Base Layer
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on.
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
START: Saltaire (Victoria Hall) Open 06:00 Close 09:00
CP1: Addingham (12.5 miles) Open 08:30 Close 11:00
CP2: Hetton (25 miles) Open 10:00 Close 13:30
CP3: Malham Tarn (30 miles) Open 11:00 Close 15:00
CP4: Feizor (40 miles) Open 13:30 Close 18:30 (HOT DRINKS)
CP5: Chapel le Dale (50.5 miles) Open 16:00 Close 22:00 (DROP BAG) (HOT FOOD)
CP6: Dent (61 miles) Open 17:30 to Sun 02:00 (HOT DRINKS)
CP7: Wath (75 miles) Open 21:30 Close Sun 13:00 (DROP BAG) (HOT DRINKS)
CP8: Great Asby (83 miles) Open 23:00 to Sun 18:00 (HOT DRINKS)
Finish 90 Miles: Appleby Moot Hall (Tourist Information Centre) CA16 6XE (90 miles) Open midnight to Sun 19:00 (DROP BAG)
Finish 100 Miles: Appleby Moot Hall CA16 6XE (104 miles) Open midnight to Sun 19:00 (DROP BAG)
Finish: A Hot Drink and Hot Food awaits you in the Market Hall next to the Moot Hall> Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
(Sunday 19:00 is also the cut-off giving 36 hours to complete all courses)
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
Long: Daniel Hendrikson 24:05 (2022)
Short: Matthew Kennedy 19:37 (2022)
Click the relevant button below to download the provisional GPX for the race. (Unfortunately there is a currently an issue with Chrome mobile that will not allow the download of a gpx file. If you cannot download it any other way please email us via the contact form). The final GPX file will be emailed to all entrants shortly after the entries close for the race. You MUST use the emailed GPX file as it will include any last minute alterations.
Event Date: TBC
Would you like to be guarenteed to win an Ultramarathon? Now is your chance, run your own unique Ultramarathon around the beautiful Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs and surrounding areas. Courses from 28.5 Miles to 50 Miles. A unique series of loops from 1.5 miles to 11.5 miles that add up to your distance meaning whilst you may see other runners out and about they will be on a different course to you. A Winners T-Shirt, Winners Medal and Framed Winners Certificate to all finishers! If you wish to go around as a pair you may do so and do a seperate short last loop.
Entries Close: Sunday 7th May 2023
Early Bird Deadline: N/A
Distances: 28.5 to 53 miles
Climb: 2500 to 5000 feet
ITRA Points: N/A
UTMB: N/A
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 50
Event Closes: 22:00 Saturday 20th May 2023
Car Park: Swinsty Moor Car Park (Between Swinsty & Fewston Reservoirs), North Lane, LS21 2NP ///leopard.spoiler.stung
Registration: From 07:00 at the Punk Panther Gazebo which will be located in Swinsty Moor Car Park.
Toilets: in the Car Park
Start: 08:00 (you may start later by arrangement)
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints) Must be non-collapsible if you want hot drinks.
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Additional Base Layer
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on.
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink, where runners and friends and family can see where you are during the race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Route/Rules: Each runner will complete several loops between 1.5 miles and 11.5 miles to make up your distance. At the end of each loop you will return to the Gazebo in the car park and report in. When you are ready to leave you will check out at the Gazebo. Each loop will be in a different direction so you dont do the same one twice. The course is not taped, so you will have to navigate via a gpx file or paper map.
Checkpoints: Swinsty Moor Car Park. We will have a Gazebo positioned there. We will supply hot water and have a microwave. It is up to you to supply anything you need, you may leave things in the Gazebo if you do not have a car in the car park.
Finish: Gazebo at Swinsty Moor Car Park
Every finisher receives a winners medal, winners T-Shirt and framed winners certificate.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: N/A
Click the relevant button below to download the provisional GPX for the race. (Unfortunately there is a currently an issue with Chrome mobile that will not allow the download of a gpx file. If you cannot download it any other way please email us via the contact form). The final GPX file will be emailed to all entrants shortly after the entries close for the race. You MUST use the emailed GPX file as it will include any last minute alterations.
Event Date: Saturday June 15th 2024
Starting and finishing in the historic city of Ripon with its great cathedral this race mainly follows the Ripon Rowel route visiting wooded valleys and historic sites such as the spectacular world heritage site of Fountains Abbey and Studley Water gardens. It also takes in the tranquil River Skell's Valley of the Seven Bridges. Other great views are the beautiful St Margaret’s Church and Hackfall Woods. This challenging and beautiful, picturesque route is a worthy addition to our calendar.
Entries Open: TBC
Entries Close: Saturday 2nd June 2024
Early Bird Deadline: TBC
Distance: 13/20/34/50 miles
Climb: 750/1750/3400/4250 feet
ITRA Points: 0/1/1/2
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q50K/
Race Series: Yes
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 22:00
Car Park: Studley Lane, Studley Roger, Ripon, HG4 3AY
Registration:
At Studley Roger Village Hall, Studley Lane, Studley Roger, Ripon HG4 3AY ///trappings.concerned.dubbing
06:30 to 07:15 Ultramarathon
07:15 to 07:45 20 Mile Race
07:45 to 08:15 Half Marathon
Start:
07:30 Ultramarathons
08:00 20 Mile Race
08:30 Half Marathon
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch (50 Mile Course only)
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Extra base layer
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All Ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker which shows your location, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon and 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints:
Here is a rundown of the CPs. There will be water, coke, Fanta, crisps, chocolate and a varietyof snacks. There will also be a box for Vegans. If you require this please askat the CP.You may have a supportcrew at each CP EXCEPT CP3 Skelding.
CP1 North Stainley (6.5 miles) Open 08:15 Close 10:30
CP2 Masham (14.7 miles) (Ultras Only) Open 10:00 Close 12:30
CP3 Skelding (14.2 miles on the 20 miles, 26.5 on the Ultras) Open 10:30 Close 16:30
CP4 Studley Roger Village Hall (34 miles – 50 Mile Course only) Open 17:45 Close 23:30
CP5 Burton Leonard (42 miles – 50 Mile Course only) Open 15:30 Close 19:30
Finish:
At Studley Roger Village Hall, Studley Lane, Studley Roger, Ripon HG4 3AY ///trappings.concerned.dubbing
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT:
50 Miles: Daniel Hendriksen 8:31 (2023)
34 Miles: Samantha Davies 5:41 (2023)
20 Miles: Ben Shacklock 3:18 (2023)
Half Marathon: Tomas Cunnama 1:48 (2023)
ENTRIES ARE NOT YET OPEN FOR THIS EVENT
Event Date: Saturday 18th May 2024
The best views over Lower Wharfedale
Punk Panther Trail Running is based in the historic market town of Otley and this epic trail race takes in the highest points around the town so runners can enjoy uninterrupted views around Wharfedale. Literal highlights include Otley Chevin, Baildon Moor, Rombalds (Ilkley) Moor and Beamsley Beacon. Half marathon to ultramarathon distances
Entries Open: TBC
Entries Close: Sunday 5th June 2024
Early Bird Deadline: TBC
Here are the final competitor Instructions for the 2023 race.
Route Descriptions
Half Marathon
20 Miles
34 Mile Ultramarathon
50 Mile Ultramarathon
Distances: 13/20/34/50 miles
Climb: 2900/3900/4200/6500 feet
ITRA Points: 1/2/2/3
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q100K
Race Series: YES
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 22:30
Car Park: Open 6am: If you are coming by car, please park in the event car park. Craftsman Tools Car Park: (owned by William Sinclair Stationers in Otley – both have kindly allowed us to use it for the race). It is located at the end of Bremner Street off the A659 Pool Road LS21 1JD (opposite ASDA). What 3 Words///judges.puncture.sofa. NB There is a minimum £2 donation to charity to park your car– more if you wish (half will go to Cancer Research and the other half to Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association).
DO NOT USE THE RUGBY CLUB CARPARK - EVEN FOR DROPPING OFF.
Toilets: There will be 2 portable toilets outside the Car Park. Please use these early to avoid large queues building up which may delay your start.
Registration:
06:15 to 07:00 Ultramarathon
07:00 to 07:30 20 Mile Race & Half Marathon
Please ensure that you register in your time window and no tbefore. Otley Cricket Club Pavilion, Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE (opposite Bremner Street) ///obtain.unpacked.chest. The cricket club is round to the right at the end of the first car park through the rugby club gate then go through the cricket club gates in the far corner. Please go to the registration desk for your distance and collectyour tracker (ultrarunners only – unless you have ordered one) and race number.
PLEASE NOTE DOGS ARE NOTPERMITTED AT REGISTRATION IN THE CLUBHOUSE.
Start (From the Car Park):
07:30 Ultramarathons: Race Brief 07:25
08:00 20 Mile Race & Half Marathon: Race Brief 07:55
From Station Top Otley (Off East Chevin Road) Nearest postcode is LS21 3HF. ///legal.hint.saved. Signed from Registration and about half a mile (10 minutes). A Race Director will be leaving Registration at 07:05 and 07:35 to walk up to the start, you may wish to follow them.
NB you cannot leave bags at the start. You should leave themin your car as the Car Park is the finish. If you do not have a car, pleaseleave them CLEARLY LABELLED at Registration.
Kit list: *** THIS KIT LIST APPLIES TO ALLDISTANCES ***
(We will not be doing a kit check, but you will be expected to always carry the following as a minimum for your safety. You are responsible for your own safety).
We will be carrying out random kit checks on the course and if you are found not carrying your full kit, you will be disqualified.
Suitable Bag for all your kit (not a carrierbag!)
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams. Map of route (you can download this from the tracker screen)
Head Torch (50 Mile course only).
1 Litre of fluids (2 recommended)
Cup to enable you to get drinks at CPs.
Energy Bar/Nutrition.
Survival Blanket (preferably a Bivvy Bag – not just a sheet).
Whistle.
Mobile phone with race director’s number Mark 07702 021156 Ryk (07950 008005) and the Race Medics Number (07726 774851) stored in it.
PLEASE LEAVE YOUR PHONE ON AT ALL TIMES SO THAT WE CAN CONTACT YOU IF NECESSARY.
Tracker for Ultramarathon (supplied by us) MUST be always worn.
Hat/buff.
Gloves.
Personal First Aid Kit.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon and 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1 Baildon Moor 7 Miles (All courses) Open 0815-1015///point.lows.moss
CP2 Ilkley Moor 14 miles (20/34/50 Mile courses) Open 0900-12:30///blossom.diner.nerd
CP3 Skipton 22 Miles (50 Mile course only) Open 11:00-1415 –DROP BAG ///incisions.wage.robes
CP4 Langbar 17/29.5 Miles (34/50 Mile courses) Open 1015-1600///perfect.ambition.severe
CP5 Timble 25/36 Miles (34/50 Mile courses) Open 1145-1815///gender.fully.northward
CP6 Leathley Lane 43 Miles (50 Miles course) Open 1345-2000///airbag.harder.expensive
If you arrive at a CP after it has closed you will be retired from the race.
Finish: Otley Car Park: Open 10:00 Close 23:00 is also the cut-off giving 15 hours to complete all courses)
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join our Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
80 Miles: James Ashworth 17:09 (2020)
65 Miles: Anthony Pratt 14:22 (2021)
50 Miles: Stephen Kirk 8:32 (2022)
34 Miles: Michael Harris 5:05 (2020)
20 Miles: Richard Edwards/Oliver Lees 3:17 (2022)
Half Marathon: Matthew Ray 2:11 (2023)
ENTRIES ARE NOT YET OPEN FOR THIS EVENT
Event Date: Saturday 5th August 2023
To Pateley Bridge … and back again.
This challenging trail race (formerly A Bridge Too Far) takes runners from the market town of Otley to the market town of Pateley Bridge along the gorgeous, undulating Six Dales Trail. Passing Swinsty, Fewston and Thruscross Reservoirs, no two views are the same on this race, despite the course being on an ‘out and back’ route. Half marathon to ultramarathon distances.
Entries Close: Sunday 23rd July 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Saturday 31st December 2022
Distances: 13/20/32/50 miles
Climb: 1700/2500/3800/5400 feet
ITRA Points: 1/1/2/3
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q50K
Race Series: Yes
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 22:00
Car Park: Opens 06:30. Craftsman Tools Car Park (owned by William Sinclair Stationers in Otley– both have kindly allowed us to use it for the race). It is located at the end of Bremner Street off the A659 Pool Road LS21 1JD.
Registration: 06:30 to 07:45 Otley Cricket Club Pavillion Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Extra Base Layer
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon & 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Start: (From Wharfemeadows Park - 10 minute walk from car park)
08:00 Ultramarathon
08:15 20 Miles
08:30 Half Marathon
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1: Blubberhouses (-/11/11/11 miles) Open 09:30 Close 11:45
CP2: Heyshaw (-/-/16/16 miles) Open 10:00 Close 13:30
CP3: Ramsgill (-/-/-/25 miles) Open 11:45 Close 16:00
CP4: Heyshaw (-/-/-/34 miles) Open 12:00 Close 18:00
CP5: Blubberhouses (-/-/21/39 miles) Open 10:00 Close 19:00
CPS: Dob Park Bridge (6.5/16/26/44) Open 08:45 Close 10:30 Reopen 12:15 Close 20:00
Courses Close: 22:00 (This is also the cut-off giving 36 hours to complete all courses)
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: Will be updated on the website during the event.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
50 Miles: Not previously held
39 Miles: Ian Livesey 5:06 (2019) - Not currently run
32 Miles: Gavin Midgley 5:08 (2022)
20 Miles: Alexandre David 2:54 (2022)
Half Marathon: Michael Uttley 1:47 (2022)
Click the relevant button below to download the provisional GPX for the race. (Unfortunately there is a currently an issue with Chrome mobile that will not allow the download of a gpx file. If you cannot download it any other way please email us via the contact form). The final GPX file will be emailed to all entrants shortly after the entries close for the race. You MUST use the emailed GPX file as it will include any last minute alterations.
Event Date: Saturday 9th September 2023
The one that's close to water, perfect for beginners.
On a route devised by the Punk Panther team, Reservoir Dogs takes in beautiful waterside vistas as it passes by seven delightful reservoirs. The route takes in Lindley Wood, Swinsty, Fewston and Thruscross reservoirs, before going on to John O’Gaunt, Beaver Dyke and Scargill reservoirs; Eccup reservoir is added to the longer route, while areas of note on the trail include Stainburn Forest and Almscliffe Crag. Half marathon to ultramarathon distances.
Entries Close: Sunday 27th August 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Saturday 31st December 2022
Distances: 13/20/32/50 miles
Climb: 1400/1900/3500/4600 feet
ITRA Points: 1/1/2/3
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K/Q50K
Race Series: 5 of 6
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 20:00
Car Park: Opens 06:15. Craftsman Tools Car Park (owned by William Sinclair Stationers in Otley – both have kindly allowed us to use it for the race). It is located at the end of Bremner Street off the A659 Pool Road LS21 1JD ///judges.puncture.sofa
Registration: Otley Cricket Club, Cross Green, LS21 1HE ///obtain.unpacked.chest (opposite the Bremner Street Car Park through the Rugby club car park and turn right) from 06:30 to 07:30.
Start (From Wharfemeadows Park – 10-minute walk from Car Park) ///irritable.bribing.heats 08:00
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon and 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
50 mile Course
CP1: Blubberhouses (9 miles) and CP2 (after loop) (17 miles) ///workloads.durations.home Open 09:15 Close 13:00
CP3: Stainburn (24 miles) ///inserted.overture.stickler Open 10:00 Close 15:00
CP4: Harewood Bridge (34 miles) ///anyone.songbird.token Open 11:45 Close 17:30
CP5: Cookridge (43 miles) ///soaks.acute.chef Open 13:00 Close 20:00
32 mile Course
CP1: Blubberhouses (9 miles) and CP2 (after loop) (17 miles) ///workloads.durations.home Open 09:15 Close 13:00
CP3: Stainburn (24 miles) ///inserted.overture.stickler Open 10:00 Close 15:00
20 mile Course
CP1: Swinsty (7.5 miles) ///partied.clinked.pacemaker Open 09:15 Close 10:45
CP2: Stainburn (13 miles) ///inserted.overture.stickler Open 10:00 Close 15:00
13 mile Course
13 mile Course
CP2: Stainburn (13 miles) ///inserted.overture.stickler Open 10:00 Close 15:00
Finish: Otley Car Park Open 09:45 to 22:00 ///judges.puncture.sofa
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt. Please note that although there are two ultramarathon distances, this is one event for the purposes of trophies. Finishing positions for the race series are in order of distance completed then time taken.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the tabs above. The files are provisional and will be confirmed as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on the Facebook group within 24 hours and on the website within 48 hours.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
50 Miles: Jason Millward 8:08 (2022)
32 Miles: Martin Thompson 4:53 (2022)
Short: Alistair Murray 3:42 (2018)
20 Miles: Thomas O'Donnell 2:50 (2022)
Half Marathon: Justin Gardner 1:53 (2022)
Event Date: Saturday 30th September 2023
The ultramarathon with only one finisher.
Panther Takes the Hindmost follows similar rules to other elimination races. Following a series of qualifying laps around a 10.5km trail, each subsequent lap sees the person finishing last drop out until the final three face off in a battle to be the last runner standing.
Entries Close: Sunday 17th September 2023
Distance: 10km loops
Climb: ?
ITRA Points: From 1 to 6 depending on number of loops
UTMB: No
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 30
Event Closes: 09:00 Saturday 8th October 2022
Car Park: Hirst Wood Car Park, by Hirst Lock on the Leeds/Liverpool Canal Post Code BD18 4DD///splinters.booklets.cropping
Registration: At the Car Park from 8.30am
Full Rules.
1. Start is from 9.00 am, you may start later if you wish, but you must complete four 10km laps by 2.55pm, when you have finished 4 laps you must rest until the elimination laps start.
2. The route is from Hirst Wood lock car park, Hirst Lane, Saltaire, Shipley, BD18 4DA ///hedgehog.tipping.squirts to Morton Lane, Crossflatts, Bingley, BD20 5RP ///hasten.switched.slouched and back. It is all along the canal towpath. You do have to cross a bridge over the canal en route. But the route is very easy to follow.
3. There will be a book in a plastic bag at the turnaround point, Please rip out the next page and return it to the finish as proof that you went the full distance (during the elimination rounds there will be a marshal there to check).
4. During the ‘qualifying laps’ you must report to the Start/Finish each lap so that a record of your time when you complete a lap AND when you start a lap (even if you are going straight back out) otherwise that lap will not be recorded!
5. Elimination Laps start at 3.00pm 4.30pm 6.00pm etc.
6. You may retire at anytime; if during a lap you decide that you do not wish to complete it simply turn round and head back to the start.
7. The person who is last to complete each full lap with be taken from the race (those retiring during the lap are not counted).
8. Anyone taking more than 90 minutes to complete a lap will be eliminated.
9. When only 3 runners remain, no further eliminations will be made by unless a runner takes more than 2 hours between completing laps, and each new lap will start 2 hours after the last.
10. The first person to complete 18 laps is the winner, if no one complete 18 laps the person covering the greatest distance will be deemed the winner, in the event of a tie, the first one to complete the same distance will win.
11. All runners competing will get a T-Shirt and a medal. There will be trophies for the first three runners only. There are no age or sex categories.
12. All runners are expected to provide their own supplies for the duration of the race. There is no kit requirement, but those expecting to run into the night should have a head torch.
Kit list: N/A
Trackers: N/A
Start: From 09:00
Checkpoints: Crossflatts (Bingley) 3 miles (Halfway each lap) No Supplies
Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt. Please note that although there are two ultramarathon distances, this is one event for the purposes of trophies. Finishing positions for the race series are in order of distance completed then time taken.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the tabs above. The files are provisional and will be confirmed as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on the Facebook group within 24 hours and on the website within 48 hours.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
Keith Wigley 10 Laps in 8:52 (2019)
Event Date: Saturday 21st October 2023
An ultramarathon with distances for all runners
Ripley Castle, Brimham Rocks, Scar House Reservoir and How Stean Gorge are just four of the iconic Yorkshire locations on this epic ultramarathon trail run along the Nidderdale Way, a 55-mile route set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Perfect for everyone from those looking to complete a first ultra, to seasoned long-distance running veterans, there is a choice of four different distances, from half a loop to the challenging double.
Entries Close: Sunday 8th October 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Friday 30th June 2023
Distances: 28/55/83/111 miles
Climb: 3500/7000/10500/14000 feet
ITRA Points: 2/3/5/6
UTMB: Q50K/Q100K/Q100K/Q100M
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 19:00 Sunday 22nd October 2023 (36 Hours Max time allowed)
Car Park: Nidderdale Showground, Pateley Bridge, HG3 5BD ///cross.palace.producers
Registration: In the Car Park from 06:00
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Start: From the Car Park at 07:00 (Head Torches Must Be Worn)
Saturday Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1: Birstwith (10 miles) Open 08:15 Close 10:30
CP2: Ripley (14 miles) Open 08:45 Close 12:00
CP3: Brimham Hall (21 miles) Open 09:45 Close 14:00
CP4: Pateley Bridge (28 miles) Open 10:45 Close Sun 19:00
CP5: Bouthwaite (33 miles) Open 11:30 Close 23:00
CP6: Scar House Reservoir (41 miles) Open 12:30 Close 21:00
The Dark Skies races visits CP5 after 6 and 20 miles and CP6 after 14 miles.
For those going round for an extra half or full lap the following will be manned
Ripley (69 miles) Open 18:00 Close Sun 07:00
Scar House Reservoir (95 miles) Open 22:00 Close Sun 15:30
Pateley Bridge will remain open during the whole event until Sunday 19:00.
The cut off for all races is 19:00 On Sunday, giving a total of 36 hours for the Ultra's and 26 hours for the Dark Skies Trail Marathon although please note the CP opening times - you can continue if they are closed but will have to do so self-supported. The CP times are based on 3 mph for the last course to go through them.
Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The files are provisional and will be confirmed as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on this website during the race.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
Double Loop: Jason Millward 25:43:01 (2022)
Loop and a Half: Cees van Der Land 19:59:23 (2021)
Loop: Casper Kaars Sijpesteijn 8:57 (2021)
Half Loop: Max Rusby 4:05 (2020)
Event Date: Saturday 21st October 2023
The Nidderdale Dark Skies Trail Marathon will start at 5pm from Pateley Bridge and will join those doing the full 55 mile Nidderdale Way along the loop to Scar House Reservoir. Starting just before dusk this challenging night time trail marathon is 26.5 miles long with over 3800 ft of climb. Set in the remote Nidderdale Area of Natural Beauty. The car park and event site are located in the Nidderdale Showground in the heart of the lovely market town of Pateley Bridge.
Entries Close: Sunday 8th October 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Friday 30th June 2023
Distance: 26.5 miles
Climb: 3800 feet
iTRA Points: 2
UTMB: Q20K
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 100
Race Closes: 02:00 Sunday 22nd October 2023
Car Park: Nidderdale Showground, Pateley Bridge, HG3 5BD ///cross.palace.producers
Registration: In the Car Park from 15:00
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race can be found on the map/gpx section for this race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Start: From the Pateley Bridge (5 minute walk) at 17:00
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP5: Bouthwaite (6 & 20 miles) Open 17:30 Close 23:59
CP6: Scar House Reservoir (14 miles) Open 18:30 Close 22:00
Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The files are provisional and will be confirmed as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on this website during the race.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
Dark Skies: Hefin Clarke 4:15:12 (2022)
Event Date: Sunday 22nd October 2023
Sunday is trail day. For those looking for a shorter race or a cool down after Saturday.
All the challenging trail races are based on the Northern Section of the Nidderdale Way. All visit the Smelt mines,
The races start from Pateley Bridge, the trail marathon follows the same route as the Dark Skies, but this time in daylight it is 26.5 miles long with over 3800 ft of climb. Set in the remote Nidderdale Area of Natural Beauty. The car park and event site are located in the Nidderdale Showground in the heart of the lovely market town of Pateley Bridge.
Entries Close: Sunday 8th October 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Friday 30th June 2023
Sunday Trail Distances: 10km/Half Marathon/20 Miles/26.2 miles
Climb: 1000/1500/2600/3800 feet
iTRA Points: 0/0/1/2
UTMB: -/-/-/Q50K
Race Series: N/A
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 19:00 Sunday 22nd October 2023
Car Park: Nidderdale Showground, Pateley Bridge, HG3 5BD ///cross.palace.producers
Registration: In the Car Park from 07:00
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Start: From Pateley Bridge (5 mins Walk) from 08:00
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP5: Bouthwaite (6 & 20 miles) Open 08:30 Close 15:00
CP6: Scar House Reservoir (14 miles) Open 9:30 Close 13:00 (only on the Trail Marathon Course)
Pateley Bridge will remain open during the whole event until Sunday 19:00.
Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The files are provisional and will be confirmed as soon as entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close. Results will be available on this website during the race.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
10km: N/A
Half Marathon: N/A
20 Miles: N/A
Marathon: N/A
Event Date: Saturday 18th November 2023
The Punk Panther season finale
As the days draw in and the Punk Panther Series comes to a close, the distances get shorter making this Punk Panther devised route perfect for those either starting their trail running journey, looking to add speed to shorter runs or anyone who just enjoys the camaraderie of a race. The route closely hugs the hills around Otley, Ilkley and Guiseley with runners being challenged by Otley Chevin’s Surprise View, the famed Cow and Calf Rocks in Ilkley and beautiful Lindley Wood Reservoir. Half marathon to ultramarathon distances
Entries Close: Sunday 29th October 2023
Early Bird Deadline: Sunday 31st July 2023
Distances: 13/20/35 miles
Climb: 1700/2800/4800 feet
ITRA Points: 1/1/2
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K
Race Series: 6 of 6
Maximum Entrants: 200
Event Closes: 20:00
Car Park: Open 06:00. Station Top Car Park. Entrance is signed off East Chevin Road, Otley. If you are heading out of Otley it is on the Right just after the Auction Mart (which is on the left), but before you get to Birdcage Walk. This is not a public car park and cars are left at owner’s risk. Nearest postcode is LS21 3HF.
Registration: In the Car Park from 06:30
Start (From the Car Park): 07:30
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (see website for details)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on
This is the standard kit for all races, but please check the website for the specific race in case there are any special requirements due to the weather etc.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker and a weblink will be provided during the week prior to the race, where runners and friends and family can watch your progress during the race. Trail race (half marathon and 20 mile) runners can hire a tracker for £15.
This will already be switched on. Please place it on the shoulder strap of your pack facing upwards (or as instructed) and if possible, double check it is appearing on the website. The tracker website link will be sent via email a few days before the event. Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker, if you need emergency help, provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are, this ends your race).
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
CP1: Cookridge (5.5 miles) Timing Point only
CP2: Yeadon Tarn (9.5 miles) Open 09:00 Close 10:30
CP3: Menston (16 miles) Open 10:30 Close 12:00
CP4: Cow and Calf Rock (20 miles) Timing Point Only
CP5: Denton (22 miles) Open 11:30 Close 14:00
CP6: Norwood (28 miles) Open 12.30 Close 16:00
Finish: Otley Car Park (35 miles) Open 13.30 Close 19:30. (This is also the cut-off giving 12 hours to complete ALL courses)
Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt.
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
GPX files of the route and route description are available from the event page on the website. The files are provisional and a final .gpx file will be emailed to all entrants shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors as shortly after entries close.
Results: will be available on the website during and when the event finishes.
FKT: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
35 Miles: Harry Holmes 4:14 (2021)
20 Miles: Sam Hainsworth 3:05 (2022)
13 Miles: Tomas Cunnama 1:53 (2022)
Event Date: Saturday 9th December 2023
The ultramarathon where anyone can win
Set on a mystery route that can change every year, Catch the Panther sees the slowest runners start first with subsequent starting positions based on the participants ' average pace in other Punk Panther races. The person who starts first is the person with the slowest average pace – can they be caught before they reach Otley? As well as race prizes there are awards for fancy dress.
Entries Close: Sunday 26th November 2023
Early Bird Deadline: n/a
Distance: 18/32 miles
Climb: 2200/3400 feet
ITRA Points: 1/2
UTMB: Q20K/Q50K
Race Series: No
Maximum Entrants: 100
Event Closes: 18:00
Car Park: Opens 05:30 Craftsman Tools Car Park (owned by William Sinclair Stationers in Otley – both have kindly allowed us to use it for the race). It is located at the end of Bremner Street off the A659 Pool Road LS21 1JD. ///judges.puncture.sofa
Registration: From 05:45 at Otley Cricket Club, Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE ///obtain.unpacked.chest
Start: at Otley Cricket Club, Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE ///obtain.unpacked.chest
From 06:00 onwards (depending on handicap - your handicap will be available from 14/11/23).
Kit list: You are expected to always carry the following during the race. Failure to do so may result in time penalties or disqualification, at the discretion of the Race Directors whose decision is final.
Drinking Cup (we do not provide plastic cups at checkpoints)
500 ml water/energy drink
Energy Bar/Nutrition
Hat/Buff
Head Torch
Whistle
Waterproof jacket with taped seams
Emergency blanket
Gloves
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (Details will be sent with final competitor instructions see below)
Mobile phone (with the race director’s numbers – 07950 008005 & 07702 021156 stored in it in case of emergencies). Your phone should be left switched on throughout the race so that we can get in touch with you if necessary.
Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker. Trail race (18 mile) runners can hire a tracker when entering for £15.
When you collect your tracker at registration it will already switched on and you will be given instructions on where to carry it.
During the race the tracker will show on the Christmas Cracker 2022 Tracker Screen. You can share this link with your friends and family so they can see how you are doing. If you click the podium icon on the tracker screen it will show you each runners ETA at the CPs and their projected finish time based on their current speed.
Please note there is a big button on the front of your tracker if you need emergency help provided the tracker is in range press it and remain where you are. Once emergency help has been dispatched you will be retired from the race.
Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has a selection of items including water, coke, fanta, energy bars, snacks, crisps & more. There are vegan options at all checkpoints.
There are three Checkpoints in total for the race.
The 32 mile route visits CP1, CP2, CP1 (again) & CP3.
The 18 mile route visits CP1 & CP3 only.
The closing times for each Checkpoint denotes the cut off time. If you arrive after the checkpoint closing time you will be timed out from the event.
Support Crews: Please ensure any support crews avoid official CPs. Anyone breaking this rule will result in their runner being disqualified. If you have a support crew there are plenty of other places to meet you on the route.
32 Mile Ultra Marathon Checkpoints (Opening times will be confirmed with the start list)
CP1: Timble 9 miles Open 09:00 ///showering.crazy.snack
CP2: Langbar 15.5 miles Open 10:30 Cut Off 14:30 ///investors.repeated.soon
CP1: Timble 22.5 miles Open 09:00 Cut Off 15:30 ///showering.crazy.snack
CP4: Lindley Bridge 28 miles Open 12:30 Cut Off 16:30 ///slate.overpaid.worksheet
Finish: Otley Cricket Club, Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE: 32 miles///obtain.unpacked.chest
18 Mile Trail Race Checkpoints (Opening times will be confirmed with the start list)
CP1: Timble 9 miles Open 12:30 Cut Off 15:30 ///showering.crazy.snack
CP4: Lindley Bridge 14 miles Open 12:30 Cut Off 16:30 ///slate.overpaid.worksheet
Finish: Otley Cricket Club, Cross Green, Otley, LS21 1HE: 18 miles///obtain.unpacked.chest
For up-to-date information and chat about all our events please join this Facebook Group.
Provisional GPX files of the route and route description are available from the GPX tab on this page. The final version will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close.
Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors shortly after entries close (Sunday 26th November 2023).
Results: Will be updated on the Website during the event.
Course Record: (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year)
Stephen Kirk 6:09 (2019)
