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Silva Dales Traverse

Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

The Silva Dales Traverse is a 55km ultra running event held in northern England, following Alfred Wainwright’s famous coast-to-coast route from Kirkby Stephen to Richmond. The course traverses the scenic North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, crosses the iconic Nine Standards, and winds through the Yorkshire Dales National Park, finishing below Richmond Castle. With approximately 1,400 meters of elevation gain, the event emphasizes self-sufficiency and an adventurous spirit. It offers well-supported aid points, including the Dales Bike Centre, and provides participants with detailed maps and digital navigation aids. The Dales Traverse is considered an achievable and beautiful ultra, ideal for runners aiming to progress to more challenging events like the Moors or Lakes Traverse. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kirkby Stephen

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55 km
1400 m+
Dales Traverse 55km Ultra
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