Afoot in Two Dales
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Afoot in Two Dales
Afoot in Two Dales is a long distance, point to point circuit of the Yorkshire Dales covering 50 mile with approximately 5,500 ft of ascent. The route uses footpaths, bridleways and quiet roads through Wensleydale and Swaledale and includes an ascent of Great Shunner Fell. The event is aimed at experienced walkers and runners and has a 22 hour completion limit. The minimum age is 18. Dogs are not permitted.
The event starts and finishes at Harmby Village Hall, Brook Terrace, Leyburn DL8 5PG, where free parking, showers and changing facilities are available. The route passes through Redmire, Haverdale, Muker, Great Shunner Fell, Hawes, Bainbridge, Thoralby and West Witton, with staffed checkpoints on the route. Checkpoints have specified opening and closing windows; failure to comply with those windows may result in disqualification.
Electronic trackers are required and will be fitted at registration; the device dimensions and weight are supplied and trackers are insured for loss or damage. Entry includes tea and toast at registration, refreshments at checkpoints, a hot meal part way through, a meal at the finish and a certificate. Entries open 25 November 2025 and close 5 July 2026. Entry fees are shown for LDWA members and non members, with an early bird rate available until the end of January 2026. Route description and GPX files are available to download. A suggested kit list and event terms and conditions apply. Substitutions and refund rules are published for entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
