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Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge

Heptonstall, United Kingdom • 16-18 Apr 2026

Event overview

Ranger Ultras PB137km Trail Challenge is a long-distance trail event on the Pennine Bridleway, held 16–18 April 2026. The route covers 137 km with a total ascent of 3275 m and a 50-hour time limit. The course runs through West Yorkshire and North Yorkshire moors and finishes in Cumbria. The route is mostly on established trails and rights of way, uses some walkers’ alternatives to avoid roads, and is described as well waymarked. Organiser capacity is limited to a maximum of 20 entries. Minimum age is 20 on the event date.

Logistics and services

The event includes pre-race registration at Hebden Hey Scout Centre (Hardcastle Craggs, Hebden Bridge), an indoor midway checkpoint at Settle, and a finish at Kirkby Stephen hostel. The two main route sections are:

  • Hebden Bridge to Settle : 68 km, ascent 1681 m
  • Settle to Kirkby Stephen : 68 km, ascent 1594 m

Included services: bunkroom accommodation on the pre-race evening, indoor midway checkpoint with hot meals, showers and sleeping space, access to drop bags at midway and finish, finish venue with beds and a hot meal, on-course water locations, and a race safety team. Navigation support includes course notes, GPX files and a race briefing document. Meals at indoor checkpoints offer a meat/fish option and a vegetarian option; allergens and highly restricted diets may not be fully accommodated. Entry fees and registration dates are set by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Heptonstall

Race information

Website Registration
137 km
3275 m+
137km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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