Othnesbery's Revenge Half Marathon

SilverBackTrails Othnesbery’s Revenge Half Marathon

SilverBackTrails Othnesbery’s Revenge is a trail half marathon held in the North York Moors National Park on 16 August 2026. The course is approximately 13.1 miles and runs over forest tracks and heather clad moorland, including repeated ascents of Roseberry Topping, locally known as Othnesbery. A notable feature of the route is a steep section called Odin's Seat which serves as a final challenge near the end of the course.

The event is limited to 50 entrants and has a five hour cut off. Minimum age on race day is 16. Entries open on 1 December 2025 and close on 10 August 2026; there are no entries on the day and transfers are permitted up to one week before the event. Entry fee is £20.

Runners will receive a bespoke finisher medal and a certificate that includes part of the route. Aid provision includes a checkpoint with water, fizzy drinks and snacks, and the same provision at the finish. The course will be supported by marshals and flag markers; entrants receive a GPX file and a master route map will be available at registration. Mandatory kit is required and may be spot checked; items include a waterproof jacket with taped seams unless using Paramo, hat or buff, gloves, emergency bivvy, charged mobile phone with mapping apps recommended, at least 500 ml fluid, at least 120 g emergency food, working compass and the OS Explorer 26 or Harvey’s North Yorkshire Moors map. Parking is in the car park below Roseberry Topping and participants are responsible for any parking charges. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.