Punk Panther Skipton Skedaddle

Skipton Skedaddle

Skipton Skedaddle is a trail race based in Skipton that uses sections of the Dales High Way, River Aire Ultra and Pennine Way. Routes visit Malham Tarn and Gordale Scar; the longest route continues to Pen-y-ghent and Fountains Fell, passing through Horton-in-Ribblesdale and returning via the Ribble Way.

The event offers multiple distances and is part of the Punk Panther series. Entries close 3 May 2026 and early bird pricing closed 31 December 2025. The organiser does not accept entries on the day. Maximum entrants are 200 and the minimum age is 18.

Ultramarathon entrants are supplied with trackers; half marathon and 20 mile entrants can hire a tracker for a fee. Provisional GPX files and a route description are published and the final GPX will be emailed to entrants with final instructions. Most routes are taped or signed the week before the race, while the 50 mile route is not taped along some sections.

A standard kit list applies to all distances and includes a suitable bag, waterproof jacket with taped seams, fluids, cup for drinks, nutrition, survival or bivvy bag, whistle, mobile phone with race director contact stored in it, tracker where required, hat or buff, gloves, a personal first aid kit and a hard copy of the map or route description. Drop bags are permitted for the 50 mile course and checkpoints offer drinks, snacks and vegan and gluten free options. Registration and toilets are at St Andrew's Church, Newmarket Street, Skipton. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.