Wharfedale Skyline Trail Race & Ultra 2026

The Wharfedale Skyline Trail Race & Ultra is a Punk Panther event held in Otley, West Yorkshire, offering solo races from half marathon to ultra distances. The primary route is 32.8 km with 850 metres of ascent and descent, positioning it as a substantial trail race or a full-day mountain excursion. It commences from The Bridge United Reform Church in Otley, typically concluding the Punk Panther season when the series focuses on shorter, faster events. The course follows the hills near Otley, Ilkley, and Guiseley, avoiding distant excursions into the Dales. Participants will encounter Otley Chevin’s Surprise View, the Cow and Calf Rocks above Ilkley, and Lindley Wood Reservoir. The 32.8 km race includes two aid stations and has a seven-hour cut-off. With a field limit of approximately 300 runners, the event caters to newcomers to trail running, those seeking a shorter, faster off-road challenge, and individuals who appreciate the camaraderie of a relaxed trail event.