Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle

NOV
2
2025
Join Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle in historic Knaresborough for a scenic 6.5 mile loop race with distances from 10k to ultra. Flatish trail and road laps, friendly marshals and a bespoke finisher medal await.
Marathon 20 miles Half Marathon 10 kilometers

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Event overview

Its Grim Up North Running stages Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire (HG5 8DP). The next scheduled race date is 02/11/2025.

Distances offered include:

  • 10k (ish)
  • Half Marathon
  • 20 Miler (ish)
  • Full Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon

The race uses a 6.5-mile trail loop. Runners complete a set number of laps to match their chosen distance.

Course, facilities and rules

The route starts from the centre of Knaresborough, climbs gently through parkland and follows the old railway track between Knaresborough and Harrogate. The course is described as flat(ish) with a mix of trail and road surfaces. Feed stations are provided at approximately three-mile intervals. The course is fully marshalled and clearly signed. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association.

Parking is a public pay-and-display car park about a two-minute walk from registration. Public toilets are located in the nearby car park. The event is cup-less to reduce waste, so participants should use a reusable cup or bottle. Large over-ear headphones are not permitted; bone-conduction or one-in-one in-ear headphones are allowed. If a runner needs to retire from the race, they should notify the nearest marshal. Transfers and deferrals can be managed online. Finishers receive a bespoke finisher medal and post-race treats. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Marathon
20 mi
20 Miler (ish)
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k(ish)
Ultra Marathon

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