The Heights Ultra Trail 50km- The Ramsden

5 September 2026
Linthwaite, uk
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trail race
50 KM
1 days
125 Runners
Alternate Distances: 
27 KM
Difficulty:    Intermediate
ENTRY FEE:    67.00 gbp

It is our aim to make this a truly memorable experience for you as an ultra runner as possible. We want to make this journey a day which will leave you with lasting memories which you will want to repeat and we have tried to create a route which will do just that. Wonderful trails, open moorland, incredible vistas.

50KM Route & entry

This is a circular course where competitors will pass through various checkpoints in order to complete the full route. The route will be waymarked, taped or flagged across the full route. This event is inclusive and open to all including hikers & LDWA and those not wishing to compete, there will be an option to commence at 7am if requested. All participants must be aged 20 or over at the point of entry. The HUT race is run under UKA/TRA rules.

Venue

The event will start and finish at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP

Car Parking
There should be plenty of parking at the event centre but we would also wish to appeal for volunteers, families and competitors to car share where possible.
The event address and main car park is can be found at HD7 5SP (Gillroyd Lane entrance) in the likelihood that this car park is full you will be directed to further car parking which can be found at the entrance on Church Lane HD7 5TA.

Registration

At Colne Valley High School. 50KM Registration is open from 06:30am to 7.45am (prompt closing) on the Saturday morning
Race Start Time
RACE START for the 50KM is at 8am from Colne Valley High School. It is our intention to start on time so please expect a prompt start unless for reasons out of our control.

WHAT’S INCLUDED & Prizes
The HUT50 KM Ultra race fee includes:
2 well-stocked feed stations, one which will be inside

There will be an additional water station only at Holme Moss Car park.

Professionally organised event
Live event timing with the world leading GPS tacking company
Full colour waterproof map of the HUT route
Plenty of marshals at feed station checkpoints to help and assist participants where possible.
The attendance of Rescue Teams at various locations and many First Aid trained helpers.
Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place.  Age category awards: V40/V50/V60/V70 male & female winners.

Food
If you are going to take part in an ultra event and cover 50KM on foot, then you’ll need to ensure that you are fuelled correctly to maintain energy. Whilst individuals are responsible for ensuring that they have what they need to get them to the feed stations we can guarantee that there will be plenty of food available should you require a top up or something extra to help you on your way.

From our own experience, the sight of a well-stocked feed station is itself an assuring motivator and instils confidence of a well organised event. You can expect that treatment at HUT and we don’t intend to be reserved with the amount of food that we make available. It is also our intention that any surplus perishable foods will be donated to a local foodbank so you can expect that there will be something for you especially if you are treating the event less competitively than others.

Please do let us know if you are gluten free, vegan or have any other diets. If you are able to do this, then we can plan and cater appropriately for all situations. If there is a food item that we don’t provide and it is key to your race, you either need to carry it or consider not entering this event.

A quick summary of food you can expect to be available at each feed station

Holme Village – Food – Sandwiches, Fresh Fruit, Cakes, Crisps, Sweets, squash & coke.

Wessenden Head (Marquee) – Food – Something high carb based, Creamed Rice, Fresh Fruit, Cakes, Savoury snacks, Sweets, hot drinks (subject to availability), a nip of something stronger, squash and coke.

There will be plenty of food and drinks available at The event Centre throughout the day for everyone including any supporters waiting to see friends and family members.

27KM Route & entry

This is a circular course where competitors will pass through various checkpoints in order to complete the full route. The route will be waymarked, taped or flagged across the full route. This event is inclusive and open to all including hikers & LDWA and those not wishing to compete, there will be an option to commence at 8am if requested. All participants must be aged 18 or over at the point of entry. The HUT race is run under UKA/TRA rules.

Venue
The event will start and finish at Colne Valley High School, Gillroyd Lane, Linthwaite, Huddersfield HD7 5SP

Car Parking
There should be plenty of parking at the event centre but we would also wish to appeal for volunteers, families and competitors to car share where possible.
The event address and main car park is can be found at HD7 5SP (Gillroyd Lane entrance) in the likelihood that this car park is full you will be directed to further car parking which can be found at the entrance on Church Lane HD7 5TA.

Registration
At Colne Valley High School. 27KM Registration is open from 07:30am to 8.45am (prompt closing) on the Saturday morning
Race Start Time
RACE START for the 27KM is at 9am from Colne Valley High School. It is our intention to start on time so please expect a prompt start unless for reasons out of our control.

WHAT’S INCLUDED & Prizes
The HUT27 KM Ultra race fee includes:

1 well-stocked feed stations, one which will be inside

In the event of a hot day, there will be an additional water station at Deer Hill Reservoir.

Professionally organised event
Plenty of marshals at feed station checkpoints to help and assist participants where possible.
The attendance of Rescue Teams at various locations and many First Aid trained helpers.
Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place.  Age category awards: V40/V50/V60/V70 male & female winners.

Food
Whilst individuals are responsible for ensuring that they have what they need to get them to the feed stations we can guarantee that there will be plenty of food available should you require a top up or something extra to help you on your way.

From our own experience, the sight of a well-stocked feed station is itself an assuring motivator and instils confidence of a well organised event. You can expect that treatment at HUT and we don’t intend to be reserved with the amount of food that we make available. It is also our intention that any surplus perishable foods will be donated to a local foodbank so you can expect that there will be something for you especially if you are treating the event less competitively than others.

Please do let us know if you are gluten free, vegan or have any other diets. If you are able to do this, then we can plan and cater appropriately for all situations. If there is a food item that we don’t provide and it is key to your race, you either need to carry it or consider not entering this event.

A quick summary of food you can expect to be available at each feed station

Wessenden Head (Marquee) – Food – Something high carb based, Creamed Rice, Fresh Fruit, Cakes, Savoury snacks, Sweets, hot drinks (subject to availability), a nip of something stronger, squash and coke.

There will be plenty of food and drinks available at The event Centre throughout the day for everyone including any supporters waiting to see friends and family members.

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