Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike
Full Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
Half Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
About the Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike
The Yorkshire Dales Mighty Hike starts in Skipton and follows the grassy trails of the river Aire and Pennine Way, past drystone walls, old mills, and beautiful bridges. Full marathon hikers will enjoy spectacular views of Gordale Scar and Janet’s Foss.
- Your Macmillan hiking top
- Training and fundraising support from your dedicated Mighty Hike team
- A fresh buffet lunch, pit stops filled with snacks and a hot meal to finish
- Regular pit stops with toilets and medical support
- Expert mountain leaders to keep you on track
- Free professional photos to remember your incredible achievement
- A special medal and glass of bubbly to celebrate crossing the finish!
Hike solo and meet friends along the way or sign up with a team of friends and family for a memorable day together.
Interested in taking part as a large corporate group of 20 or more? Email mightyhikes@macmillan.org.uk for more information.
Take a deeper dive into the Yorkshire Dales route and track the terrain and elevation of every mile, thanks to this 3D route video from the lovely people at Relive!
“What an amazing day! Macmillan Cancer Support . . . There's no one else we would ever consider walking up that hill for.” Jade, Yorkshire Dales 2023
Mighty Hikes support
Whether you’re new to long-distance walking or a regular rambler, we’ll be there to support you every step of the way. All you need to do is put one foot in front of the other, knowing every pound you raise will make a Mighty difference to people with cancer.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the route?
The full marathon and half marathon start at Malham Show Fields, Skipton, BD23 4DG.
The half marathon finishes at Church Lane, Hebden, BD23 5DX. The full marathon is a circular route and finishes back at Malham Show Fields.
View the routes on Google Maps.
View the full marathon GPS route and half marathon GPS route.
Please note that the routes can be subject to change following health and safety inspections. Any key changes will be communicated on the day.
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What time does it start and finish?
The hike will set off in waves 20 minutes apart, from 6.30am for the full marathon and 9.10am for the half marathon.
You will book your start wave when you register. These are given on a first-come, first-served basis and we advise hikers with a slow pace to book the earliest start wave available to give plenty of time to complete the route.
For the full marathon, we estimate that the fastest walkers will finish in around 7.5 hours while the slowest walkers could take around 12.5 hours.
For the half marathon, we estimate that the fastest walkers will finish in around 4 hours while the slowest walkers could take around 6 hours.
If your plans change, don’t worry, you can amend your start wave using our Manage My Booking page.
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How do I get there?
Parking for the full marathon and half marathon is at Malham Show Fields, Skipton, BD23 4DG.
Free shuttle buses will run from the half marathon finish on Church Lane to the car park in the afternoon.
You can book parking when you register.
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When does registration close?
Registration for the full and half marathon closes at midnight on the Friday 21 June, one week before the hike, or earlier if it sells out.
So, sign up today to avoid missing out!
Ready to join?
Volunteering at a Mighty Hike
Don’t fancy hiking?
Become a Mighty Hike volunteer instead!
From helping with registration to handing out medals and bubbly at the finish line, there’s a role for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, meet like-minded people and explore beautiful corners of the UK.
Every hour you give makes a Mighty difference.
See other Mighty Hikes
Don’t fancy this one? No sweat! We’ve got many other beautiful Mighty Hikes in all corners of the UK, hilly and flat, so you can find the perfect challenge for you.