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Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge

Masham, United Kingdom • 5 Jul 2026

Blacksheep 3 and 6 Hour Challenge takes place in Masham, on the edge of the North Yorkshire Dales. It offers a six‑hour option—running as many laps as you can within the window—and a three‑hour option. The marshalled, signed course blends trail and road with stiles, featuring a flatish profile with one steady climb.

Feed stations are placed roughly every three miles, and GPX routes are downloadable. The event is cup‑free and finishers receive a bespoke medal plus a beer and a sausage sandwich (vegetarian and alcohol‑free options). Toilets in the market square, parking £5; registration opens in the morning near Masham Sports Club, Silver Street. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Masham

Race information

Registration
6 km
6 Hour Challenge
3 km
3 Hour Challenge
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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