Ultra Running Hub Skipton, United Kingdom · Saturday, May 16, 2026
Skipton Skedaddle Ultra 34mi
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2026 edition (34mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, May
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 234 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 34mi | 40 | Rich Vermont · 05:17:02 | Emily Dunnill · 06:08:57 |
| 2025 | 34mi | 44 | Oliver Richards · 05:14:05 | Tracey Mullan · 06:54:56 |
| 2024 | 34mi | 59 | Tim Brook · 05:14:51 | Kate Halliman · 05:59:18 |
| 2023 | 34mi | 46 | Sean Merryweather · 05:02:20 | Emily Newton · 06:30:00 |
The field shrank 9% between 2025 (44) and 2026 (40). 28% of the 2026 field were women.
DUV results for the 2026 edition (34mi) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Course notes
- terrain This is a vertical course. Poles are highly recommended for the sustained climbs.
- gear With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 55 km of trail with 4,150 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 75 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 55 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 4,150 m of ascent to walk up.
- GPS Watches Battery life first — a 55 km day outlasts most full-GPS modes.
Overview
The Skipton Skedaddle Ultra 34mi was a 55-kilometer trail race that took place in Skipton, United Kingdom, on May 16, 2026, and was organized by Punk Panther Ultra Marathon Events. With 4150 meters of elevation gain, the course presented a challenging 75.5 meters of climb per kilometer.
The race had a field of 40 finishers in its latest edition. This field size was bigger than 52% of 50k fields but smaller than 47% of its 2747 peers. The event, which cost £70 to enter, has been held 4 times since its first edition in 2023. The course incorporated parts of the Dales High Way, River Aire Ultra, and Pennine Way, starting from the market town of Skipton.
Similar races
Other 50K trail ultras, closest in distance first.