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Pennine Barrier Ultra 50

Skipton, United Kingdom • 2 May 2026

The Pennine Barrier Ultra 50 is a challenging 50-mile ultra-marathon held in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, starting and finishing in the village of Malham. Featuring 2,593 meters of ascent, the course includes iconic landmarks such as Malham Cove, Malham Tarn, the Dry Valley of Watlowes, Fountains Fell, Janet’s Foss, and the Yorkshire Three Peaks: Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. The race offers a well-supported, scenic trail experience with five checkpoints providing refreshments and medical aid. Limited to 750 participants, the event has an 18-hour cut-off time and requires mandatory safety kit. It is part of the GB Ultras 50 Mile Slam and Grand Slam series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Skipton

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50 mi
2593 m+
50 Miles
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