Crackpots Trail Run 2026
Schedule
Sun, 07 Jun, 2026 at 10:30 am
UTC+01:00Location
Highside Playing Fields | Ripon, EN
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The Crackpots Trail Run is an award-winning event for runners of all abilities, set on a mixed terrain route starting from the village of Kirkby Malzeard, near Ripon, North Yorkshire. Race starts at 10.30 on Sunday 7 June 2026.Tackle quiet country roads, off-road trails, scenic moorland and a few river crossings within the stunning Nidderdale AONB β then stick around for the party.
The run is part of the KM Family Festival with street food, a real ale bar, live music, an artisan market and loads more. Now in its fourth year, the Crackpots Trail Run has back-to-back Racecheck Gold Awards for 2023 and 2024 β and a reputation to match.
π Award-winning event β back-to-back Racecheck Gold, rated 4.9/5
π All abilities welcome β cracking route, beautiful scenery & fabulous atmosphere
π© Way-marked with flags β no navigation needed
π Five water crossings β expect wet feet and big smiles
π₯§ Delicious pie and free cuppa waiting at the finish line
β»οΈ Plastic bottle-free event β bring your own cup
π KM Family Festival β plenty for families and non-runners to enjoy all day
"Hard to say what can be improved ... Definitely hope to be back next year." James H, 2023 runner.
π§ PLUS local legend DJ Rory Hoy closes out the festival in style with his trademark eclectic mix.
Find out more at https://www.crackpots.run/
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Where is it happening?
Highside Playing Fields, 21 The Green, Ripon, HG4 3SQ, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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