North Leeds Skyline

North Leeds Skyline : Otley trail races

The North Leeds Skyline takes place at Station Top, East Chevin Road, Otley. The event runs on public footpaths and trail terrain and features multiple distance options and a relay format that use marked routes and checkpoints.

• 50 km Ultra Trail, approx 50 km, 1000 m elevation gain
• 25 km Super Trail, approx 25 km, 650 m elevation gain
• 16 km Challenge Trail, approx 16 km, 500 m elevation gain
• 50 km Relay, teams of four, four legs (10 km, 15 km, 16 km, 10 km)

The ultra course includes a sequence of numbered checkpoints with water and manned aid stations; snacks are available at Bank Top Farm and Shadwell. Ultra runners may leave a bag to be transported to Bank Top Farm. Marshals cover the Sprint and Super routes; ultra runners navigate between checkpoints and must carry the provided route map.

Courses are colour coded at splits: blue for ultra, green for super, yellow for challenge, and pink for all routes. Mandatory kit for all races includes a 500 ml water container, the route map, a waterproof jacket or extra warm layer, and shoes suitable for off-road running. Ultra entrants must also carry a mobile phone. Additional recommended items include a headtorch, whistle, warm hat, and survival blanket; kit requirements may be updated for adverse weather.

Race HQ provides toilets a short walk into Otley and bag storage. Parking is available at Station Top, Otley. No crew vehicles are allowed at Bank Top Farm except relay teams, with a one-vehicle limit and a 5 mph restriction. Post-race awards are presented as results are processed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.