3 races
Event overview
The Two Roses Ultra is a unique midsummer ultramarathon that challenges runners to stride across two historic counties, Lancashire and Yorkshire, on a spectacular day of trail running through the Pennine landscapes surrounding Hebden Bridge.
Scheduled for midsummer, the Two Roses Ultra maximises daylight hours, giving runners plenty of time to enjoy the scenery and atmosphere along the route. Participants tackling the full 100km have 24 hours to complete the course, making it a challenging but achievable adventure.
Highlights
- Unique ultra crossing two historic counties – Lancashire and Yorkshire
- Choice of 50K Red Rose, 50K White Rose or full 100K
- Two contrasting routes showcasing different Pennine landscapes
- Scenic trails around Hebden Bridge and the South Pennines
- Pass through Worsthorne village and Towneley Park
- Climb onto the wild Pennine tops
- Tough ascent to Gaddings Dam and iconic Stoodley Pike
- Visit the historic Brontë village of Haworth
- Run through Cottingley Woods’ waterfalls and greenery
- Scenic stretch past Ogden Water reservoir
- A mix of rugged trails, moorland and rolling countryside
- Well supported throughout with aid stations
- 24-hour cut-off to enjoy the midsummer daylight and scenery
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Event village
Timetable
- Bag transfer
- Cafe
- Rural
Event HQ
Wadsworth Community Centre
Old Town
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 8RY
UK
Parking
There is some street parking in the village but car sharing is recommended.
By bus
There is a bus service between Hebden Bridge train station and Old Town.
Races at event
- Sat 20 Jun
- #1 of 3
07:00
Age 18 & over
£20-£55
- 50 km multi terrain running
- Sat 20 Jun
- #2 of 3
08:00
Age 18 & over
£20-£55
- 50 km multi terrain running + 5175 ft ascent
- Sat 20 Jun
- #3 of 3
07:00
Age 18 & over
£20-£100
- 100 km multi terrain running + 5175 ft ascent