Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle
From It's Grim up North running
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 08:30
- Location Knaresborough North Yorkshire, HG5 8DP
- Price £25.00 - £56.00
- Races 5 races
- Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra
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Event summary
The course, based on a beautiful 6.5-mile trail, will take you on a scenic journey through lush parkland and along the old railway track between Knaresborough and Harrogate. With fully marshalled routes, regular feed stations, and a vibrant race atmosphere, this event promises a memorable experience for everyone. Plus, all finishers will receive a bespoke medal and post-race treats! Make sure to mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of running and camaraderie in Knaresborough!
Old Mother Shipton's Soft Shoe Shuffle
Sun 18th October 2026
Organiser's Description
Join us in the heart of Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, for an unforgettable day of trail running through some of the most scenic countryside in the region. The Knaresborough Running Festival offers distances for every runner – choose from a 10k (ish), Half Marathon, 20 Miler, Full Marathon, or Ultra Marathon.
The route is based on a 6.5-mile trail course, with runners completing a set number of laps depending on their chosen distance. Starting from the centre of Knaresborough, the course climbs gently through beautiful parkland and continues along the old railway track between Knaresborough and Harrogate. Expect breathtaking countryside views, historic Yorkshire charm, and a friendly race atmosphere.
Why Run With Us?
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- Feed stations: Approximately every 3 miles with water, snacks, and fuel
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- Fully marshalled & clearly signed course
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- Bespoke finisher medal + post-race treats for all finishers
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- Public toilets located in the nearby car park
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Race Information
Location: Mother Shipton Cave, Conyngham Carpark
Parking: Public pay & display car park, just a 2-minute walk from registration
Registration opens: 8:00am (allow at least 1 hour to park, register, and use facilities)
Licensed by: Trail Running Association
Start Times
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- Ultra Marathon – 8:30am
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- Marathon – 8:30am
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- 20 Miler (ish) – 8:30am
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- Half Marathon – 9:00am
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- 10k (ish) – 10:30am
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Important Notes for Runners
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- Cup-less event: To reduce waste, please bring your own reusable cup or bottle.
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- Headphones: For safety, no large over-ear headphones. Bone-conduction or “one in, one out” in-ear headphones are permitted. Be aware of possible unmanned road crossings.
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- Transfers & Deferrals: Manageable online via our website. Please avoid on-the-day changes to reduce delays.
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- If you need to retire from the race, notify the nearest marshal.
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- Race briefings: Full details are on our website. For community tips and updates, join the Grim Up North Chat group on Facebook.
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- Road Shoes are adviseable
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Races
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20 Miles
Sun 18th October 2026 (08:30)
£37.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
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Marathon
Sun 18th October 2026 (08:30)
£41.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
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Ultra Marathon
Sun 18th October 2026 (08:30)
£56.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
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Half Marathon
Sun 18th October 2026 (09:00)
£30.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
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10kish
Sun 18th October 2026 (10:30)
£25.00
UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00
Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00
Booking for more than 1?
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