Calderdale Way Ultra

Calderdale Way Ultra

The Calderdale Way Ultra is an off-road ultramarathon based in Heptonstall, West Yorkshire. The event offers two distance options and follows sections of the Calderdale Way trail through moorland, woodlands, valley paths and old packhorse ways.

• 50 mile circular route starting and finishing in Heptonstall.
• 30 mile route starting at Brookfoot Lock in Brighouse and finishing in Heptonstall.

The routes pass through hillside villages and old mill towns on the banks of the River Calder, and traverse gritstone hillsides and stretches of traditional stone causeway. The course description notes canal sections, occasional road crossings, and scenic viewpoints above Todmorden and Old Town.

Aid stations are positioned along the course, including a checkpoint in Todmorden and a bag drop at checkpoint 5 for 50 mile entrants. Some checkpoints are described as vegan friendly. The 50 mile option has an overall 17 hour cut-off and intermediate cut-offs at specific checkpoints; the 30 mile option has a 10 hour cut-off and an intermediate checkpoint at Todmorden Sports Centre. Mandatory kit must be carried at all times.

Registration is available at Heptonstall on the day before and on race morning, with a separate registration option at the 30 mile start in Brighouse. Entrants must be 18 or older on the event date. Entry inclusions listed by the organiser include a finisher’s medal, post-race food, GPS tracking, baggage storage and downloadable race photography. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.