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Run Bolton Abbey

Skipton, United Kingdom • 8 Nov 2026

Run Bolton Abbey : Bolton Abbey, North Yorkshire

Run Bolton Abbey is a trail running event held on the Bolton Abbey Estate with multiple distance options and charity fundraising for Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Routes run around the Abbey and on parts of the estate not usually open to the public; the course profile is hilly and consists of a single lap.

Distances

  • 2.4 miles family fun run
  • 10K
  • 10 miles
  • Half marathon (13.1 miles)

Facilities at the race headquarters (field opposite Cavendish Pavilions) include water stations and toilets. There are no changing facilities, showers, or baggage storage. Free parking is provided all day; proceeds from the event go towards care at Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice.

Races start in waves and there are strict cut-off times for the 10 mile and half marathon distances. A finisher medal made from fallen trees within the Bolton Abbey Estate is presented to each finisher. Entry is limited (entry limit 1,200 as listed) and entry on the day is not available. Entry fees listed for the event include parking and administration charges and range by distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Skipton

Race information

Registration
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 mi
10 Miles
10 km
10k
2.4 Mile Family Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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