Info: New entries for this event closed on Wednesday 13th October 2021.
£30 affiliated |
The Yorkshire Pen-Y-Ghent Ultra is an adventure for all ultra-racers, from first timers all the way to elite athletes. The route runs through superb and inspiring North Yorkshire scenery over classic limestone trails.
Start and finish is at the Hawes Market House and follows in the footsteps of Roman Legions over the Cam Road to Horton-In-Ribblesdale, then summiting Pen-y-Ghent, before returning along the Cam Road. Total distance 50 Km. Total ascent 1280 metres.
The course is run over established trails, with generous cut off times. There will be Ranger Ultras Team support, water, snacks, hot soup will be provided at Kidhow Gate and Horton-In-Ribblesdale.
Navigation course notes and GPX file will be regularly emailed to new entries in the build up to the race.
There is pasta dinner and hot drinks for all racers at the finish.
Finishers medals
Fastest male and female winners’ categories.
ITINERARY Saturday 17th October
07:00 Race registration & kit check at HQ Hawes Market House
09:45 Pre-race safety briefing
10:00 Race start
19:00 Race cut off time
Entries limited to 100
MEDALS FOR WILDLIFE
WHATS INCLUDED
THE KIT
OPTIONAL KIT:
Notes: This is a minimum compulsory kit list, applicable to all competitors. Participants should pre-review the forecast weather conditions add such items as necessary to keep warm, dry, fed and hydrated whilst on the trail.
For runners wishing to sleep on the Race HQ hall floor on Friday and / or Saturday night, don’t forget your sleeping bag, sleeping bag, comfortable clothes and clean footwear for after the race. Of course, you don’t need to bring these if you’re heading straight home or staying elsewhere. Please note, there are no showers at Race HQ. There are several B&Bs in Hawes if you prefer some additional comfort.
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