Dalesrunner 30

DalesRunner 30 : Muker, 4 July 2026

The event is a circular trail race of approximately 31.7 km / 19.7 mi. The route starts from meadows north of Muker and follows the Hartlakes valley to Kisdon Force, crossing a foot bridge. It then uses the Coast to Coast path to Ravenseat, crosses open moorland via Robert's Seat and Thomas Gill Hill to the Tan Hill Inn, where there is an aid station. The return follows the Pennine Way to Kisdon, passes Crackpot Hall, climbs Swinner Gill to the final water station, then descends Gunnerside Gill to Ivelet and finishes near the Rampsholme footbridge. The course gains almost 3,000 ft in elevation.

The surface is mainly grass with slabbed sections, hard packed footpath, shooting tracks and short road sections. The organiser recommends trail shoes.

Logistics, kit and rules

Race headquarters is at Usha Gap Campsite, a short walk from the start. Parking is in a field adjacent to the campsite. Portable toilets are provided at the carpark only. Post-race refreshments at the HQ include a hot drink, vegetable soup and a roll. Aid stations supply water, Active Root products, sweet and savoury food and some electrolyte drinks; the organiser does not provide plastic cups.

There is mandatory kit and spot checks may be carried out. Mandatory items include taped-seam waterproof jacket and trousers, hat or buff, gloves, emergency blanket or bivvy, a cup or soft flask, at least 500 ml of water at the start and a fully charged mobile phone. The event has an entrant limit of 200 and an age restriction of 18 or older. Prices listed are £32 for affiliated entrants and £34 for unaffiliated; these include a £1 donation to the National Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.