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The Woldsman

Driffield, United Kingdom • 11-12 Apr 2026

The Woldsman

The Woldsman is an outdoor walking and running event at Driffield Showground, Driffield, East Yorkshire, on 11 to 12 April 2026. It is organised by LDWA - East Yorkshire. The event offers the following distances:

  • 30 miles
  • 50 miles

Entries opened on 1 August 2025 and closed on 4 April 2026. The event is currently full; new entries are placed on a waiting list. There are 351 participants entered and 37 on the waiting list. The entry fee is £30. The minimum age for participation is 18 years.

Practical information

The 50-mile course must be completed within 20 hours. There is a cut-off at 25 miles (Thixendale) at 17:00. Food and drink are provided at all checkpoints. Retirements must be reported at checkpoints only. Finishers receive a badge, a certificate, and a meal. Free car parking is available at the showground. Camping space is available from Friday 16:00 to Sunday 11:00; contact the event organiser for details. Minimum required kit includes OS Explorer maps 294/295/300 and a compass, waterproofs, first aid kit and survival bag, a mug for drinks, and extra warm clothing. Withdrawals before 4 April 2026 are eligible for a refund; withdrawals after that date forfeit the entry fee. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Driffield

Race information

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50 mi
50 Miles
30 mi
30 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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