North Yorks Ultra Challenge
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North Yorks Ultra Challenge
The North Yorks Ultra Challenge takes place on 20–21 June 2026. The event starts and finishes at a basecamp in Scarborough, a seaside town with historic spa heritage.
The route is a 100 km loop. It heads north from Scarborough along the Cleveland Way coastal path, passing Robin Hoods Bay and reaching the historic town of Whitby, which serves as the 50 km halfway point. From Whitby, the course turns inland through the Esk Valley and Moors Park Forest before heading south through moorland scenery and joining the Tabular Hills Walk back to Scarborough.
The event offers several distance options:
- 100 km – Full continuous or as a 2-day option with overnight camping.
- 50 km – Scarborough to Whitby (first half) or Whitby to Scarborough (second half).
- 25 km – A Scarborough basecamp loop.
- 10 miles – A Whitby town and coast loop starting at the Whitby Showground.
New for 2026 are special entry categories: Ultra Trailblazerz® for faster, competitive runners aiming for specific time targets, and Ultra March® for walkers aiming to complete 100 km in under 24 hours or 50 km in under 12 hours.
Participants have access to fully catered rest stops approximately every 12.5 km, medical and massage teams, and a GPS tracking app. Camping packages are available for multi-day participants, and there are optional transfers between locations. A finisher's celebration includes a medal, t-shirt, and meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
