Punk Panther Dales Dazzler
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Event overview
The Punk Panther Dales Dazzler is a trail running event held on 18 October 2025 with a base at Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UD. Distances offered are:
- 50 miles
- 34 miles
- 20 miles
- Half marathon (about 13 miles)
Climb for the courses is listed as 1500, 2200, 4200 and 7600 feet respectively. The event carries ITRA points of 1, 1, 2 and 3 and provides UTMB qualification entries listed as Q20K, Q20K, Q50K and Q100K. Maximum entrants are 200. Entries opened 19 July 2024 and close 5 October 2025. Parking is available at a pay and display car park on Cavendish Street. Toilets are available at registration in St. Andrew's Church, Newmarket Street, Skipton.
Route and race details
The route starts and finishes in Skipton and passes Gargrave, Malham, Malham Tarn, Arncliffe, Starbotton, Kettlewell, Grassington, Burnsall, Barden Bridge and Embsay. Checkpoints provide water, coke, energy bars, crisps and vegan and gluten free snacks. GPX files and a route description are available from the organiser and a final version will be emailed with competitor instructions. All ultramarathon entrants receive a tracker; shorter-distance runners can hire a tracker for a fee. Routes will be taped or signed except the 50 mile route. A mandatory kit list applies to all distances and random kit checks will be carried out on course. Drop bags are allowed only for the 50 mile course. Finishers receive a medal and an event T-shirt unless they opt out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.