Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle
Skipton, United Kingdom • 16 May 2026
Event Overview
The Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle is an established trail running event returning for its fourth year. Starting from the market town of Skipton, the routes incorporate sections of the Dales High Way, the River Aire Ultra, and the Pennine Way. The event features four distinct distances to accommodate different endurance levels:
- Half Marathon (13 miles) with 1500 feet of ascent.
- 20 Miles with 2200 feet of ascent.
- Ultra 34 Miles with 4200 feet of ascent.
- Ultra 50 Miles with 7600 feet of ascent.
Course Details
The longer ultramarathon distances visit Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. The 50 mile route continues past Gordale Scar to join the Pennine Way, ascending Fountains Fell and reaching the peak of Pen-y-ghent. Runners then descend into Horton in Ribblesdale and follow the Ribble Way back toward the fells, eventually returning to Malham Tarn and following the River Aire back to the finish in Skipton.
Logistics and Facilities
Registration takes place at St. Andrew's Church in Skipton, where toilets are available. A pay and display car park is located nearby on Cavendish Street. All ultramarathon participants are provided with a GPS tracker, and trail race participants have the option to hire one. The routes for the 13, 20, and 34 mile distances are marked with tape or flags, while the 50 mile participants rely on navigation via GPS and provided route descriptions.
Checkpoints along the courses provide water, soda, energy bars, and snacks, including vegan and gluten-free options. While participants must carry a mandatory kit list for safety, the finish line offers homemade hot food and medals for all finishers.
Participant Requirements
The minimum age for entry is 18. Runners may participate with dogs subject to specific event rules, though dogs are not permitted inside the registration building. Support runners are allowed for certain categories, and a "buddy runner" system is available for those wishing to run with a partner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.