Punk Panther Wharfedale Skyline

LATE ENTRIES ARE BEING ACCEPTED BUT WE CANNOT GUARANTEE A T-SHIRT OR MEDAL

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 1st November 2026 (We are accepting late entries until Wednesday 11th November 2026 - but cannot guarentee T-Shirts or medals as these have already been ordered)
PLEASE NOTE - WE DO NOT ACCEPT ENTRIES ON THE DAY
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Distances: 13.2/20.5/34.0 miles
‍Climb:  1561/2694/4464 feet
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ITRA Points: 1/1/2
UTMB: Q20K/Q20K/Q50K

Minimum Age: 18
Trophies: Please see here for details of which trophies will be presented.
Dogs: We allow runners to participate with a dog subject these rules.
Safety Support Runners: We permit Safety Support Runners, see here for more information.
Safeguarding: We have a number of safeguarding measures which can be found here.
Buddy Runner: If you wish to run with someone please let us know details can be found here.
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Race Series: Race 10 of 10
‍Maximum Entrants: 200 
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Event Closes: 20:00

Car Park: Open 06:00 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.  

Toilets: At Registration
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Registration:
The Bridge United Reform Church, Side Entrance, Cattlemarket Street, Otley, LS21 1RW. ///rephrase.song.spirits
06:30 to 07:15 Ultramarathon   
07:15 to 07:45 20 Mile Race & Half Marathon
Please ensure that you register in your time window and not before.
Go to the registration desk for your distance and collect your tracker (ultrarunners only – unless you have ordered one) and race number.
PLEASE NOTE DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT REGISTRATION IN THE CHURCH.

‍Trackers: All ultramarathon entrants will be supplied with a tracker. Trail race (half marathon and 20 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 Wharfedale Skyline 2026 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. You will be advised by email shortly after entries close when the Final .gpx file is available to download

Taping: We will tape/flag/sign all routes the week before the race, however tape can be moved or stolen, so please do not rely solely on it for navigation, but as confirmation of the route.

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.  
       
*** THIS KIT LIST APPLIES TO ALL DISTANCES ***                 
Suitable Bag for all your kit (not a carrier bag!)   
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams.
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) Medic (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.
Hard copy of the Map/Route description (Details will be sent with final competitor instructions see below)
Head Torch (34 Mile course only).
NB: Dependent on the weather this list may be amended when the final competitor instructions are sent out.‍

‍Start: (Due to a blocked footpath we have had to change the start)
07:30 Ultramarathons: Race Brief 07:15 at Registration
08:00 20 Mile Race & Half Marathon: Race Brief 07:45 at Registration
From Johnny Lane, LS21 3HH ///dancer.complains.ripples We will walk there following the race brief.
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Checkpoints: Each checkpoint has water, coke, energy bars & crisps.
Timing Points (TP): This is on the 34 Mile course and you must pass through it. Failure to do so will result in a time penalty or disqualification.

CP1:Yeadon Tarn (9.5 miles) Open 09:00 Close 11.00 ///acute.verse.dice
CP2:Menston (16 miles) Open 10:30 Close 12:00 ///snapper.deflated.flickers
TP2:Cow and Calf Rock (20 miles) Timing Point Only ///generated.rapport.splat
CP3:Denton (22 miles) Open 11:30 Close 14:00 ///steaming.hydration.payer
CP4:Norwood Methodist Church (28 miles) Open 12.30 Close 16:00 ///clock.jugs.rainwater
Finish: The Bridge United Reform Church, Side Entrance, Cattlemarket Street, Otley, LS21 1RW. ///rephrase.song.spirits

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 except CP1. 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 due to a lack of space that we need for our marshals and medic.

Finish: Every finisher receives a medal and an event T-Shirt (unless you opt out). There is home made pie, cheese toasties, 10 bean chilli, (suitable for vegan and Gluten Free) in addition to hot drinks and snacks at the finish.
PLEASE NOTE DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE FINISH IN THE CLUBHOUSE.

Final Competitor instructions: These will be emailed to all competitors the week before the event.

Results: Previous results can be found here: Wharfedale Skyline Results and will be updated during the event.
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Course Records: Can be found here (Please note that courses may vary in route and distance each year) Course Records

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