SilverBackTrails Othnesbery’s Revenge
Sunday 16th August 2026
Now in it's 5th year.
"I've never thought of going up and down Roseberry Topping three times but I absolutely loved it"
Registration is from 08:00 am, start at 08:45 am.
A trail half marathon, circa 13.1 miles over the beautiful North York Moors National Park. 5 hours cut off.
The route will take you through forest tracks over heather-clad moorland, and up one of the most recognisable hills in the country, Othnesbery, more usually known as Roseberry Topping. The route contains some steep ascents and descents and includes a notable final feature at Odin's Seat.
Places are limited to 50 lucky runners.
All finishers will receive a bespoke medal especially commissioned for the event and a certificate of their achievement which will feature a prominent part of the route.
No entries on the day. Optional, event specific technical T shirt can be purchased via SilverBackTrails club shop on www.summitcrazy.co.uk £18.
During the race, there will be a CP with water, fizzy pop, nibbles, sweets etc, there will also be the same at the end.
Mandatory kit requirements:
- Waterproof jacket with taped seams unless Paramo.
- Hat / buff/ gloves
- Emergency bivvy bag.
- Charged mobile phone which ideally should have OS maps/ locate and what3words loaded onto it.
- At least 500 mils of fluid and at least 120 grams of emergency food.
- Working compass - OS Explorer 26 or Harvey’s North Yorkshire Moors Map.
All entrants must sign a disclaimer to say they have the correct kit; there may be a spot check along the route, anyone not carrying the mandatory equipment will be withdrawn from the event.
The course will have Marshals and some flags placed out to aid with navigation, each entrant will be sent a route GPX and there will be a master route map to look at registration.
There will be no refunds given however transfers can be made up to 1 week before the event.
Parking will be in the car park below Roseberry Topping where registration will take place. Participants are responsible for their own parking charges. All taking part must be over 16 years on the day of the event.
Dogs are allowed however they must be kept on a lead.