Ilkley Skyline

Ilkley Skyline (35 km / 22 km)

The Ilkley Skyline is a fell running event based on a route first used in 2013. The event offers two route options:

• 35 km (about 910 m ascent)
• 22 km

The longer route is a loop that starts and finishes at The Hermit in Burley Woodhead. The loop passes Beamsley Beacon, Round Hill and summits along Burley Moor, Ilkley Moor and Rombalds Moor, and covers at least eight moors. Most of the course is on fell or field terrain with short sections of road; the longest road section climbs from the river at the stepping stones through Burley back to The Hermit.

The event includes a number of checkpoints and two aid stations located at Addingham (14 km) and Timble (25 km). The route is unmarked and requires a route map or GPX file for navigation; GPX files are permitted. The route takes place on fully accessible land and recces are encouraged but not essential.

Event parking is provided at Scalebor Car Park LS29 7SQ; parking at The Hermit is limited and reserved for patrons. The event is organised by Great Owl Running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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