Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle

Event overview

The Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle takes place on 16 May 2026 in Skipton, starting and finishing at St. Andrew's Church, Newmarket Street, Skipton, BD23 2JE. The event is in its fourth year and is organised by Punk Panther Ultra Marathons. Entry opens 31 July 2025 and closes 3 May 2026. Minimum age to enter is 18 and the maximum number of entrants is 200.

Race details

The route begins in Skipton and uses sections of the Dales High Way, River Aire Ultra and Pennine Way. The ultramarathon routes visit Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar. The 50 mile course continues on the Pennine Way to the peak of Pen-y-ghent, ascends Fountains Fell, drops into Horton in Ribblesdale, follows the Ribble Way back to Malham Tarn and then follows the River Aire to Skipton.

Distances:

• Half Marathon - 13 miles, climb 1500 ft, ITRA 1, UTMB Q20K
• 20 Mile Trail Race - 20 miles, climb 2200 ft, ITRA 1, UTMB Q20K
• Ultra 34 Miles - 34 miles, climb 4200 ft, ITRA 2, UTMB Q50K
• Ultra 50 Miles - 50 miles, climb 7600 ft, ITRA 3, UTMB Q100K

Checkpoints provide water, coke, energy bars, crisps and separate boxes for vegan and gluten-free food. No support crews are allowed at official checkpoints.

Logistics and rules

All ultramarathon entrants receive a tracker. Half marathon and 20 mile entrants can hire a tracker for a fee. Trackers include an emergency button that, if pressed, ends the runner's race. Drop bags are allowed only for the 50 mile course and will be transferred to CP5; bags must be carrier-bag size and clearly labelled.

A basic kit list applies to all distances; required items include a waterproof jacket, survival/bivvy bag, whistle, hat, gloves, personal first aid kit, a hard copy map/route description and a suitable bag for kit. Random kit checks will be carried out on course and failure to carry required kit may lead to disqualification.

Registration and toilets are at St. Andrew's Church. Parking is at the Pay & Display car park on Cavendish Street, Skipton. Finishers receive a medal and an event T-shirt unless they opt out; hot food with vegan and gluten-free options is available at the finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.