Punk Panther Headtorch Half
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Event overview
The Punk Panther Spring Headtorch Half is scheduled for 24 March 2026 and is organised by Punk Panther Ultra Marathons. The event uses Swinsty Moor Car Park (LS21 2NP) as the event base. Distances offered are:
- Half marathon - two laps of Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs
- 10 km - one lap of Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs
- 5 km - one lap of Swinsty Reservoir
Entry opens 30 November 2025 and closes 23 March 2026. Entry fee is £15.00. Minimum age is 16 on the event date. Maximum entrants are 150. Entries are managed via the SiEntries system and require a competitor account.
Course and logistics
Climb figures are approximately 800 ft for the half, 400 ft for the 10 km, and 200 ft for the 5 km. The course will not be taped. Registration takes place at the Punk Panther gazebo by the toilet block in the car park. Toilets are available in the car park. Parking is pay and display at Swinsty Moor Car Park - £3 for 6 hours, card only.
Runners are required to carry a head torch and a mobile phone with the organiser’s contact stored. Water is available at the gazebo after the first lap and at the finish. The finish is located at the edge of the woods before the road to the car park. Every finisher receives a medal. Final competitor instructions will be emailed in the week before the event. Results and course records are published online. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
