Crackpots Trail Run - 11K

Ripon, United Kingdom

Expected June 2027

We haven't been able to confirm this year's date. We'll update you if it's announced.

Distance

11km

Climb

Rolling·193m

Start Time

10:30

Terrain

Mixed

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

The Crackpots Trail Run is an award-winning 11km mixed-terrain event now in its fourth year, taking runners through quiet country lanes, off-road trails, moorland and rivers within the beautiful Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The event is part of the annual Kirkby Malzeard Family Fete, creating a festive atmosphere with activities for all ages.

Five river crossings
Views across Nidderdale AONB
Views over North York Moors including Roseberry Topping
Crackpots Mosaic Trail sections
Ripon Rowel Walk routes
Fast downhill finish on tarmac

Course map

View the route on timeoutdoors.com

Opens on timeoutdoors.com, outside Finndu

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Highside Playing Fields, Kirkby Malzeard

Finish

Highside Playing Fields, Kirkby Malzeard

Race Day

Sunday 7 June 2026 - Race day with Family Fete activities

Recovery

Post-race refreshments and Family Fete activities available

Good to know

What to bring

Own cup for water station

RecommendedTrail running shoes, Appropriate clothing for weather

What you get

Finisher medal

Chip timing

Free parking

Map

Cash prizes for fastest runners

Spot prizes

Zumba warm-up

Entertainment

Event village

Food after the finishFree pork or veggie pie and cuppa (tea/coffee) at finish line

PrizesYes, there are cash prizes for the fastest male, fastest female, fastest local and fastest club, plus spot prizes that any runner can win.

On the day

Toilets

Changing facilities

Bag drop

Food vendors

First aid on course

Parking · FreeYes, free parking is available in the village a short walk from the start/finish line.

AccessibilityEvent village, families, spectators, traders at event

Marshals on courseYes, the route is fully way-marked with flags every 100 metres and has friendly marshals throughout the course.

Aid stationsWater station on route (bring your own cup)

Water on course · 1This is a plastic bottle-free event, so you must bring your own cup for the water station on the route.

Before you enter

Bad weatherThe event will go ahead in most weather conditions. The river crossings add a splash of fun to the route in wet conditions.

Minimum ageParticipants must be aged 15 and over.

Time limitNo, there is no cut-off time for this event.

Entry fee

Registration isn't open yet. We'll show pricing when the organiser confirms.

Status unclear

Ripon, United Kingdom

Expected June 2027

Provisional date, around Jun 6

We'll keep this updated as the organiser confirms.

Highside Playing Field Association

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