Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle
Harrogate, United Kingdom • 7 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle is a trail race held on 7 February 2026 around Harrogate and Knaresborough. It is organised by Punk Panther Ultra Marathons and is listed as Race 2 of a 10-race series. The event has a maximum of 200 entrants and a minimum age of 18 on the event date. Entries open 31 July 2025 and close 25 January 2026. Registration takes place at Pannal Village Hall. The start location is Nidd Gorge Car Park, Ripley Road, Knaresborough, HG5 9H.
Courses and logistics
Distances:
- Half Marathon - 809 feet climb
- 20 miles - 2105 feet climb
- 34 miles - 2345 feet climb
The route follows country paths around Harrogate and through Nidd Gorge. GPX files and a route description are available; a final version and competitor instructions will be emailed before the event. The organiser will tape and sign routes the week before the race, but participants are advised not to rely solely on tape for navigation. Checkpoints provide water, coke, bars and snacks with vegan and gluten-free options. All ultramarathon entrants receive a tracker; trail runners can hire a tracker for a fee. A kit list is mandatory for all distances and includes a suitable bag, waterproof jacket, fluids, cup, survival/bivvy bag, whistle, mobile phone with race director and medic numbers stored, tracker (ultra), hat, gloves, personal first aid kit, and a hard copy of the map or route description. Finish details are to be confirmed; finishers receive a medal and an event T-shirt unless they opt out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.