Silverbacktrails - Lilla’s Revenge

SEP

13

2026

This 10-mile trail run explores historic sites on the North York Moors, following part of the Lyke Wake Walk. Runners must navigate the course and carry mandatory kit, with a 3-hour time limit. Finishers earn a bespoke medal.

Sun 13 Sep 2026

Fylingdales, Yorkshire and The Humber

Registration

10 miles

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Event Overview

This event is a 10-mile trail run on Sunday, 13 September 2026. It takes place in the North York Moors National Park.

The Route

The route follows part of the long-distance Lyke Wake Walk footpath. It visits Lilla Howe, the site of the 7th-century Lilla Cross, and Louven Howe, a possible Neolithic or Bronze Age burial site. The course includes views towards the coast at Whitby, Ravenscar, Scarborough Castle, and Blakey Ridge.

Requirements and Details

The event has a strict time limit of 3 hours.
Entry is limited to 50 participants.
All participants must be at least 18 years old.
Registration and number collection will take place from 10:00.
There is ample parking at the start location, grid reference NZ 945002, for a charge of £1 per car (donated to the National Park).
All entries must be made online in advance; there are no entries on the day.
Participants with canine running partners must keep them on a short lead or harness and will start five minutes after the main field.

Mandatory Kit

All competitors must carry a minimum kit list, which includes:

Waterproof jacket with taped seams (or Paramo).
Hat and gloves.
Spare thermal top or jacket.
Emergency bivvy bag.
500ml of fluid.
60 grams of food.
Fully charged mobile phone.
Working compass.
OL 27 OS Map or Harvey’s Map of the North Yorkshire Moors.
A cup for drinks.

Navigation and Support

The route will be marked on a master map at registration. While some flags and marshals will be present, participants are expected to navigate themselves around the course. Runners must be self-sufficient for the duration. Water, cola, and sweets will be available at the finish.