Eight Stations Ultra
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Event overview
The Eight Stations Ultra is a trail running event held on Sunday 12 July 2026. The course is 30 miles (50K) with 3322 ft of elevation. The route runs from Whitby to Pickering and passes eight railway stations. Much of the route follows railway lines and runs alongside track in places. The course is partially self-navigational and will be fully tracked in 2026. The surface is natural trail and participants should expect mud, rocks, trees and uneven ground. The event allows quick walkers and has a 13 hour cutoff. Entrants must be at least 20 years old.
Practical information
Registration is at Whitby Leisure Centre. Entry fees are £67 for standard entry and £65 for affiliated runners. A coach from Pickering (finish) to Whitby (start) is offered for an additional £22. The entry package includes a finisher medal, a t-shirt, water and snacks. There are four marshaled checkpoints with water and two checkpoints offering basic snacks such as flapjack and sweets. Dogs are not permitted on the course. First aid will be available on the day. Route maps, a GPX file and a step-by-step description will be provided to entrants before the event. Entries open 14 July 2025 and close 20 June 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.