Punk Panther Welcome Way
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About the race
This is a trail race that largely follows the Welcome Way, a circular trail through moorland, alongside rivers, canals and reservoirs, across farmland and through woodland. Notable high points on the route include Otley Chevin and Burley and Baildon moors.
Multiple route distances are offered:
- 13 Miles (Half Marathon)
- 20 Miles
- 34 Miles
- 50 Miles
Routes include significant ascent, ranging from about 1,360 feet to about 6,000 feet depending on the distance. Checkpoints are provided on course with water, coke, energy bars and crisps; cut-offs at checkpoints are enforced and arriving after a checkpoint closure will require retirement from the race.
All ultramarathon entrants are supplied with a tracker; half marathon and 20 mile entrants can hire a tracker for a fee. A mandatory kit list applies to all distances and will be enforced through random checks on the course; required items include a waterproof jacket, survival/bivvy bag, whistle, mobile phone and a hard copy of the map or route description. Head torches are required on ultramarathon courses.
Additional details: minimum age 18, maximum entrants 200, entries open 1 July 2026 and close 28 February 2027, no entries accepted on the day. Drop bags are permitted for the 50 mile course only. Finishers receive a medal and an event T-shirt unless they opt out; finish refreshments include homemade pie, cheese toasties and a 10-bean chilli suitable for vegan and gluten free diets. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
