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Crackpots Trail Run

Kirkby Malzeard, United Kingdom • 7 Jun 2026

Crackpots Trail Run 2026

The Crackpots Trail Run is scheduled in Kirkby Malzeard, Ripon, as part of the Kirkby Malzeard Family Fete. The event is in its fourth year and has a Racecheck Gold Award for 2023 and 2024. Entry is charged at £25.00 and entry on the day will not be available. The organiser is the Highside Playing Field Association, with race headquarters at Highside Playing Fields, Kirkby Malzeard, Ripon, HG4 3SH. The event has an entry limit of 300.

Course and facilities

The route distance is 11 Kilometres. It is multi terrain with an undulating profile and consists of one lap. The course uses quiet country roads, off-road trails, moorland and several river crossings within Nidderdale AONB. The route is way-marked with flags approximately every 100 m and is fully marshaled. There are five water crossings. The event is plastic bottle-free and provides water stations; runners are asked to bring their own cup. Facilities at the race include distance markers, toilets, changing facilities, showers and baggage storage. Chip timing is used. Free parking is available close to the start area. A hand-made medal is produced in the village pottery, and a free cup of tea and a pie are offered at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Kirkby Malzeard

Race information

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11 km
11 Kilometres
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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