Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge
Heptonstall, United Kingdom • 16-18 Apr 2026
Event overview
Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is a 137 km trail event held from 16 to 18 April 2026. The event is organized by Rangers Expeditions & Ultras and has a maximum of 20 entries. Entry fees are listed as £223 (affiliated) and £225 (unaffiliated). The minimum age to enter is 20 or older. Registration and kit check take place the evening before the race at Hebden Hey Scout Centre, Hardcastle Craggs, Hebden Bridge HX7 7AW.
- 137km overall
- 68km start to midway (Hebden Bridge to Settle)
- 68km midway to finish (Settle to Kirkby Stephen)
Course and support
The route follows the Pennine Bridleway across West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, finishing in Cumbria. Total ascent is 3275 metres and the event uses established trails and rights of way, with some walker alternatives to avoid roads. Participants receive GPX files and a race briefing document in advance.
On-course support includes indoor checkpoints with hot meals, showers and sleeping space, access to drop bags at the midway checkpoint and the finish, and Ranger Safety Team support with water at regular locations. The finish is at a hostel-style venue with beds, showers, hot food and medals or trophies for finishers and category winners. The overall time limit for the course is 50 hours. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.