Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge
Edale, United Kingdom • 16-19 Apr 2026
Ranger Ultras PB230km Trail Challenge
The event is a timed trail challenge held from 16 to 19 April 2026. The course distance is 230 km (about 143 miles) with a maximum time limit of 75 hours. Minimum age is 20 on the event date. Entries open 23 March 2025 and close 6 April 2026. Entry fees are listed as £358 (affiliated) and £360 (unaffiliated). The event has a maximum of 30 entries and, at the time of the listing, 15 participants were entered. Entry requires logging in or registering with SiEntries.
Course, checkpoints and included services
The route follows the Pennine Bridleway and some upland trail alternatives, passing through The Peak District, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors and finishing in Cumbria. Total ascent is 6162 metres. The organiser provides GPX files and course notes in advance; most route finding is described as straightforward and the course uses established trails and rights of way.
The race has three main course sections and indoor checkpoints with food, sleeping space and drop bag access:
- Edale to Hebden Bridge: 93 km (ascent 2897 m)
- Hebden Bridge to Settle: 69 km (ascent 1685 m)
- Settle to Kirkby Stephen: 68 km (ascent 1580 m)
On-course support includes a Ranger safety team, water top-ups, hot meals and hot drinks at indoor checkpoints and the finish, sleeping space or bunkrooms at checkpoints and the finish, finishers medals and trophies. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.