Blubberhouses Moor

Conquer the classic, rugged terrain of the Yorkshire Dales at the Blubberhouses Moor challenge event on Sunday, 22 March 2026. This demanding 23+ mile route for walkers and runners navigates a loop from Bland Hill, taking in three reservoirs, the iconic Bolton Abbey, and the summits of Beamsley Beacon and Ellarcarr Pike within a 9.5-hour time limit. With a strict cut-off at CP6 (Ling Farm) at 13:45, this is a serious test of navigation and endurance across open moorland and historic paths. The event, organized by the LDWA's Nidderdale Group, is a traditional challenge offering a hot meal at the finish, a certificate, and a badge for all who complete it. Limited to 250 entrants with no on-the-day entries, it requires mandatory kit for safety and adherence to the countryside code. Prepare for a true early-season adventure that captures the spirit of long-distance walking and running in Northern England.