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Stanza Stones Ultra

Marsden, United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2025

The Stanza Stones Ultra is a 50-mile linear trail run in the South Pennines, connecting Marsden and Ilkley. Featuring over 6,800 feet of ascent, the route highlights six unique Stanza Stones—poems about water by Poet Laureate Simon Armitage—carved into rocks along the course. Runners traverse high moorlands, valleys, and notable landmarks including Haworth village, home of the Brontë sisters, and parts of the Pennine Way and Ilkley Moor. The event offers indoor checkpoints with food, live tracking, and a finishers' memento. It celebrates both natural beauty and literary heritage, making it a distinctive ultra running experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Marsden

Race information

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50 mi
2073 m+
50 Mile Ultra
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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