Ultra Trails - Wold Rangers Way Ultra

Wold Rangers Way Ultra

The Wold Rangers Way Ultra is a 52 km circular trail ultra marathon located in the Yorkshire Wolds. The event starts and finishes at the Field House Camping & Coffee Barn near Tibthorpe, situated on a working farm. The course follows much of the Wold Rangers Way, passing through several villages including Huggate, Fridaythorpe, Thixendale, Fimber, and Wetwang. The route features a total climb of 2,900 ft and consists of rolling landscapes and dry valleys.

The event is designed to be beginner friendly with a 12 hour cut-off time and no intermediate checkpoint cut-offs. Participants are provided with a GPX file for navigation, and the course is further marked with yellow tape and yellow signs at key junctions. Live GPS tracking is included for all runners to assist with monitoring and safety.

There are four indoor checkpoints along the route, spaced at following intervals:

• Checkpoint 1: 9 miles (Huggate)
• Checkpoint 2: 16 miles (Thixendale)
• Checkpoint 3: 22 miles (Fimber)
• Checkpoint 4: 27 miles (Wetwang)

Each checkpoint provides food, drink, and toilet facilities. Checkpoint 3 also serves as a drop bag location. All food and drink provided at these stations are vegan-friendly and gluten-free.

Participants must be at least 20 years old and must carry mandatory safety kit. The event provides free on-site parking, professional photography, and a finisher's medal with eco-friendly options. Support crews are permitted at specific roadside locations and designated checkpoints. Dogs are not allowed on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.