Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge

Edale, United Kingdom • 16-19 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge is a multi-day trail running event taking place 16-19 April 2026. The event is based at The Peak Centre, Edale, in the Peak District and finishes in Cumbria. Entry is open from 23 March 2025 to 6 April 2026, with a minimum age of 20 and a maximum field of 30 entrants. Entry fees listed are £358 affiliated and £360 unaffiliated. Registration and kit check take place the evening before the race, with tracker issue at registration.

Course and event services

The route follows the Pennine Bridleway with some upland alternatives to avoid roads. It crosses the Peak District, West Yorkshire and the North Yorkshire moors before finishing in Cumbria. Total distance is 230 km with a 75 hour cut-off and 6162 m total ascent.

  • Edale to Hebden Bridge - 93 km, 2897 m ascent
  • Hebden Bridge to Settle - 69 km, 1685 m ascent
  • Settle to Kirkby Stephen - 68 km, 1580 m ascent

Two indoor checkpoints offer hot meals, sleeping space and access to drop bags; each checkpoint has a maximum eight-hour stay. The finish provides a bunkhouse with beds, showers and food. The organiser provides GPX files and course notes in advance, a Ranger Safety Team on course and water top-up locations. Finishers receive medals and age-category trophies. Edale and Kirkby Stephen have train stations for public transport access. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

230 km
6162 m+
230km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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