Punk Panther Welcome Way

Punk Panther Welcome Way is a trail-running event held in Otley, West Yorkshire, at The Bridge Church (Cattle Market Street, Otley, LS21 1RW). The weekend features distances from half marathon to ultramarathon: 13, 20, 34 and 50 miles. The course largely follows the Welcome Way, a circular route through moorland, alongside rivers, canals and reservoirs, crossing farmland and woodland, with high points on Otley Chevin and the Burley and Baildon moors.

Special features include trackers for ultramarathon entrants (supplied) and optional tracker hire for shorter distances, plus checkpoints and a finish with medals and hot food. The 2026 edition marks the 100th Punk Panther event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.