Calderdale Way Ultra

Heptonstall, United Kingdom • 24 Apr 2027

Calderdale Way Ultra

The Calderdale Way Ultra follows a traditional off-road route around the scenic Calderdale area. This event, which uses a course originally devised in the 1970s, takes participants through various landscapes including open moorland, woodland trails, and canal sections. The route passes through several local settlements and towns, such as Heptonstall, Mankinholes, Todmorden, and Brighouse.

Participants can choose between two distinct distances:

  • 50 miles: An off-road route starting and finishing in Heptonstall, featuring six aid stations.
  • 30 miles: A point-to-point route starting at Brookfoot lock in Brighouse and finishing in Heptonstall.

The 50 mile course includes scenic views over Todmorden and Old Town, along with some road crossings. It has a time limit of 17 hours, and hot food is provided at the finish at Heptonstall Social and Bowling Club. The 30 mile course has a 10-hour cut-off and includes a significant climb out of Todmorden before reaching flatter terrain toward the finish line.

Registration is available on the Friday evening before the event or on the Saturday morning. The event is open to individuals aged 18 or older. Entries are managed via a pre-entry system, and there are no entries accepted on the day of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 mi
50 Mile
30 mi
30 Mile
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