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Calderdale Way Ultra

Name: Calderdale Way Ultra
Start: 2025-04-26
End: 2025-04-26
Location: Heptonstall

Heptonstall, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2025

The Calderdale Way Ultra is a challenging running event featuring two routes: a 50-mile and a 30-mile course, both set in the scenic landscapes of Calderdale. The 50-mile route begins and ends in Heptonstall, traversing moorland and woodland trails, with six aid stations along the way. Participants have 17 hours to complete the course, while the 30-mile route starts at Brookfoot lock and has a 10-hour cut-off. The event emphasizes camaraderie and offers a post-race meal. Registration opens in April 2024, with options for refunds available for unforeseen circumstances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Heptonstall

Race information

Website Registration

50 mi

50 Mile

30 mi

30 Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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Bacup - 8 mi from Heptonstall

10 km

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9 km

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19 mi

32 mi

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