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Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle 34 Miles (54K) Ultra Marathon
Discover the green fringes of North Yorkshire’s spa town. The Harrogate Hustle Ultra Marathon is Race 2 in the Punk Panther series, offering a deceptively undulating tour of the Harrogate Ringway and the Knaresborough Round.
Taking place in early February, this is a race that tests your winter legs. It’s not about high mountain peaks; it’s about muddy trails,
Course
The course is a celebration of two local long-distance paths: the Harrogate Ringway and the Knaresborough Round. You start on the Harrogate Ringway, circle out to join the Knaresborough Round, and then link back up to complete the loop. With 804m (2,638ft) of ascent, it’s a rolling course that never lets your legs fully relax.
Expect a mix of woodland tracks, field paths, and tarmac sections. While the route is taped and flagged, the race director is clear: do not rely solely on the tape. It can be moved or stolen. You must carry a map/route description or a GPX device. Winter conditions mean you should be prepared for mud, this is Yorkshire in February, after all!
You are well looked after on the course. There are three checkpoints, Bilton Lane, Ferrensby, and Jennyfield, which are stocked with water, Coke, energy bars, and crisps (including vegan/GF snacks).
Note for crews: Support crews must avoid official checkpoints due to space constraints. There are plenty of other spots on the route to cheer your runner on.
It’s a "proper" runner’s event. There’s no corporate fluff, just a great route, excellent support, and the legendary Punk Panther hospitality. Upon finishing at Pannal Village Hall, you get homemade hot food (with Vegan/GF options), hot drinks, and a warm place to recover. For the latest up-to-date details, including registration info on the Harrogate Hustle ultramarathon, please visit the official race website.
