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The Pennine Bridleway PB230 Trail Challenge * Trail running through big-sky scenery * Well defined National Trail with runnable surfaces * Walk-jog participants welcome with generous timings * On course safety team and great indoor venues *

But the clock is always ticking, so you need to manage your race pace and strategy to complete all 230km / 143 miles within 75 hours (average 3km/h or 1.8mph).

The route is a mixture of fast trails, technical and challenging ascents, taking in The Peak District, West Yorkshire, North Yorkshire moors, finishing in Cumbria. Total ascent is 6162 metres.

The course is run over established trails and rights of way. On some sections we deviate from the Pennine Bridleway to use well defined upland, scenic alternatives which avoid using roads and urban areas. For environmental consideration, we don’t add any additional signage, but route finding for the majority of the course is very straightforward. We email GPX files to all entries well in advance and during the build up to the race as well as a comprehensive race briefing document.

There will be Ranger Safety Team support at HQ and at regular intervals with water. There is a hot meal, hot drinks, refreshments and sleeping space for athletes at indoor checkpoints and the race finish. Finishers medals and winners’ trophies.

ITINERARY

Wednesday 14 April 2026

NEW RACE HQ: The Peak Centre, Edale, Champion House, Edale, Hope Valley S33 7ZA

18:00 – 21:00 Race registration, kit check, tracker issue

Pre-Race: For athletes staying over on Wednesday night, we have a limited number of low cost bunkrooms beds available to book at The Peak Centre. Folks who prefer a little more luxury, Edale and the surrounding area have lots of pub-hotel and private B&B options as well as a campsite. The nearest YHA’s are in Edale & Castleton. A search on Google will provide plenty of possibilities. Participants who live locally, may register on Wednesday evening then return in the morning. If not staying at The Peak Centre, all participants are responsible for making their own way back to The Peak Centre in time for the race start in the morning.

Travel to Edale & getting home: 
Both Edale and Kirkby Stephen have train stations with several services a day.
Finishers often share lifts and local taxis.
Once the race is underway, we hand back the venue for the next group hire, hence there is no facility to leave vehicles at The Peak Centre.

Thursday - Race Day

Please note: No registrations or kit check on Thursday morning

06:30 Breakfast 

07:30 Drop bags deposited & logged

08:00 Race start at The Peak Centre

Sunday

11:00 Race finish 75 hour cut-off

START TO CP1 – Edale to Hebden Bridge 93km Ascent 2897m

Access to drop bag at CP1. Hot food. Bunk beds. Max 8 hours in Checkpoint. Athletes must exit Checkpoint 1 by Friday Midday

CP1 TO CP2 – Hebden Bridge to Settle 69km Ascent 1685m

Access to drop bag at CP2. Hot food. Sleeping space. Max 8 hours in Checkpoint. Athletes must exit Checkpoint 2 by Saturday Midday

CP2 TO FINISH – Settle to Kirkby Stephen 68km Ascent 1580m 

Drop bag at finish. Hot food. Comfortable bunkhouse. Max 1 night (incl dinner & breakfast) for finishers up to Saturday night. For finishers on Sunday up to race cut off, short stay in bed / comfortable space. Finish cut-off: Sunday Midday (Note: finishers at race cut off on Sunday may choose to stay at the hostel on Sunday night by private arrangement with the hostel manager).

TOTALS: 230km / 75 hours / 6162m ascent

WHATS INCLUDED & LOW COST OPTIONS?

• Pre-race registration evening, excellent optional low-cost pre-race bunkhouse facilities
• Pre-start breakfast on race day morning
• Two indoor on-course checkpoints with hot meals, showers, sleeping space/bunkrooms
• Tea/Coffee/Soft drinks and hot food for all racers at Indoor Checkpoints and Race Finish
• All inclusive, quality hostel finish venue with beds, showers, relaxation space, refreshments, home cooked celebratory meal
• Access to your own drop bag at checkpoints and the finish
• Ranger Safety Team Support at Checkpoints and on course water top up locations.
• Navigation course notes and GPX file
• Finishers Eco-Medals
• Bespoke hand made trophies for 1st Male and 1st Female
• Fastest finisher trophies in Male and Female age categories 20-49 and over 50’s

MEALS AT INDOOR CHECKPOINTS

Our tasty and wholesome race meals are based upon culinary experiences from the expeditions and journeys which inspired the beginning of Ranger Expeditions and Ranger Ultras Trail Running. A big part of our enjoyment is to share these specific recipes with you, at the same time as offering the best value multi-day trail running at an accessible price.
At each indoor checkpoint and at the finish, participants will have the choice of a hot meal. This will be from a vegetarian and a meat / fish option. Hence some of our meals may not be suitable for participants who follow more restricted diets such as vegan or have specific requirements.
While the race kitchen is kept clean and tidy, we cannot guarantee that food is free from nuts, dairy, wheat, soy, shellfish or other allergens. If participants are in any doubt, we recommend bringing your own suitable food items.

THE KIT, RACE BRIEF, COURSE  NOTES, FAQ's, PREVIOUS RACE REPORTS, BLOGS & FILM

Please read through the following sections on kit, race rules and conditions.
They’re quite detailed and will answer most FAQ’s.

https://rangerultras.co.uk/index.php/pb270-race-information/

Please read the race cancellation / partial refund options: These are as generous as we can make them while continuing to sustainably offer you the best combination of great value and financially accessible trail running.

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This event offers the option to purchase XCover, so that participants may be able to get a refund if they are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances.

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