Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge
Heptonstall, United Kingdom • 16-18 Apr 2026
Event details
The Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge takes place Thursday 16th to Saturday 18th April 2026. The event is organised by Rangers Expeditions & Ultras. It is a single-stage trail challenge of 137 km with a 50-hour cut-off. Total ascent is 3275 metres. Entry is limited to a maximum of 20 places; there are 5 entries so far. Minimum age is 20. Entry fees are listed as £223 (affiliated) and £225 (unaffiliated). Entries open 22 March 2025 and close 6 April 2026.
Course and support
The route follows the Pennine Bridleway through West Yorkshire and the North Yorkshire moors, finishing in Cumbria. The course uses established trails and rights of way, with some walker alternatives to avoid roads. Route finding is described as straightforward and well waymarked; no additional event signage is added. GPX files and a race briefing document are provided to participants.
Support includes an on-course safety team, water locations, indoor checkpoints with hot meals, showers and sleeping space, access to drop bags at the midway checkpoint and the finish, and a hostel-style finish venue with beds, showers and a hot meal. Midway and finish facilities offer both vegetarian and meat or fish meal options; meals may not suit vegans or those with specific food allergies. Navigation notes and on-course assistance are provided to all participants. Registration and kit check take place the evening before the race at Hebden Hey Scout Centre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.