North Yorks Ultra Challenge
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Event overview
The North Yorks Ultra Challenge takes place on 20-21 June 2026 with Scarborough as basecamp. Routes use the town coastline and Cleveland Way, passing Robin Hood Bay and Whitby as a halfway point on the coast, then inland along the Esk Valley and across North York Moors terrain including Moors Park Forest and sections of the Tabular Hills Walk. The event offers multiple distance options and camping at Scarborough and Whitby.
Distances
- 100 km - Full continuous option; ~2,270 m total climb.
- 100 km (2-day) - Split over two days, ~50 km each day; climbs ~1,260 m and ~1,010 m.
- 50 km - Half challenge, Scarborough to Whitby; ~1,260 m climb.
- 25 km - Scarborough loop; ~450 m climb.
- 10 miles - Whitby town and coast loop; ~330 m climb.
Format and support
Options include solo starts, a Trailblazerz category for faster runners, and an Ultra March category for walkers aiming for set time targets. Rest stops are covered and provided approximately every 12.5 km, with major stops at about 25/50/75/100 km. Food and drink are included at snack and meal intervals, with hot and cold options and dietary accommodations. The route is fully signed with GPS mapping in the event app and electronic scanning at rest stops. Medical, podiatry and massage teams operate at rest stops and along the route. Shuttle transfers and parking are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
