Two Roses Ultra
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Two Rose Ultra
Two Rose Ultra is an ultramarathon based at Wadsworth Community Centre in Old Town, above Hebden Bridge, HX7 8RY. The event offers looped route choices on both sides of the county border between Lancashire (the Red Rose) and Yorkshire (the White Rose).
Distances:
- 50 km Red Rose loop
- 50 km White Rose loop
- 100 km Two Roses combining both loops
The Red Rose route visits Hebden Bridge and Heptonstall, briefly follows the Calderdale Way and the Pennine Way, reaches a checkpoint at Widdop Reservoir, then crosses into Lancashire through Worsthorne and Townley Park in Burnley. The route continues via Cliviger and moorland trig points, drops into Walsden, climbs to Gaddings Dam and Stoodley Pike, then returns to Old Town.
The White Rose route runs out from Old Town towards Walshaw Moor and Haworth, includes a road section into Keighley, passes Lund Park and Bingley golf club, goes through Cottingley Woods and past Hallas Bridge waterfalls, then visits Doe Park reservoir and Ogden Water before the final checkpoint at Leadbeater Dam. For the 100 km option this is the only official cut off checkpoint.
Race HQ also functions as the midway checkpoint for the 100 km, with hot food and drop bag access. Runners starting the second loop are required to carry a headtorch. Checkpoints are described as well stocked and vegan friendly. Entry includes a bespoke medal, GPS tracking and timing, hot food options, and event photography. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
