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Afoot in Two Dales

Leyburn, United Kingdom • 19-20 Jul 2025

Afoot in Two Dales is a challenging 50-mile event held in the Yorkshire Dales, featuring a 5,500ft ascent. The route forms a circuit through the scenic dales of Wensleydale and Swaledale, including an ascent of Great Shunner Fell. Participants navigate footpaths, bridleways, and quiet roads, starting and finishing at Harmby Village Hall near Leyburn, North Yorkshire.

The event is designed for experienced walkers and runners, with a 22-hour completion limit. Along the route, there are several checkpoints offering refreshments, and the entry fee includes meals, certificates, and access to showers and changing facilities. Navigational skills and appropriate gear are essential due to moorland and night walking. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Leyburn

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50 mi
5500 m+
50 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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