God's Own Back Yard Ultra Spring
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Gods Own BYU - Spring 2027
Gods Own BYU is a backyard ultra held at Hunters Greave, Pollard Lane, Hawksworth, Leeds LS5 3BF on 29 May 2027. The event follows the backyard ultra format: competitors set off on the hour every hour to complete a loop of 4.167 miles and must finish that loop within the hour to be eligible for the next hour. Each hour any runner who fails to complete the loop is recorded as a DNF until one runner completes a final solo lap and is crowned champion. The event is part of the Backyard Ultra Series and offers a chance to win a place in Big Dog's Backyard Ultra through the BYU Championship.
Entries are restricted to those aged 18 or older. The event was full at the time of listing and had an entry fee of £90.00 with 93 participants registered.
The course is a mixed surface route with some elevation gain each lap, combining canal towpath, farmland trail, woodland trail and tarmac. A night variant avoids crossing the canal and uses a tarmac towpath. On-course provisions include hot and cold water, fruit, sweets and aid station facilities at the start/finish. Camping, toilets and first aid cover are provided at the venue; campervans cannot be accommodated. The route will be fully waymarked and marshalled. Participants are required to wear appropriate clothing for conditions and should carry a headtorch and spare batteries for night running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
