DEFY DALBY 2026

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DEFY DALBY 2026
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Take on the final event in the Ultimate Run Series with this breathtaking course through Dalby Forest. Enter the 5k, 10k or 10 miler and head out on a multi-terrain loop that will keep runners delighted throughout. Enjoy the iconic landscape as you race towards the finish.
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16k, 10k, 5k, and 1 more
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Sun, Apr 19, 2026
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Pickering, United Kingdom
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Where and when

Location
Dalby Forest, Pickering YO18 7LT, UK
Start times
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026
16k: 9:30 AM10k: 9:45 AM5k: 10:00 AMJunior Race: 10:10 AM

Event summary

Here are the distances available for DEFY DALBY 2026
5k
Distance
5km
£25
10k
Distance
10km
£30
16k
Distance
16km
£40
Junior Race
Distance
1km
£15

Route information

This stunning 8,500-acre forest, provides the perfect setting for this race with a cause. With new 16K and Junior races for 2026 in addition to a 5k and 10k, runners will experience the amazing scenery of North York Moors National Park as they complete the multi-terrain course.
Your event will start with a pre-race warm-up session before you take on the course which features long downhills, flat, fast sections, and hidden forest terrain. The route will be well-marked and marshalled throughout.

What's included

  • Finisher's medal
  • Finisher's T-shirt
  • Chip-timed results
  • Fully marked and marshalled route
  • Car parking
  • Post-race hydration
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How to get there

Dalby Forest, Pickering YO18 7LT, UK
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Parking
Accessible parking is available with an event discount through Forestry England. Before race day we’ll send you a code to receive your on-the-day parking discount.

Hotels and Accommodation

Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation has partnered with Let's Do This to bring you some of the best hotel rates close to the startline.

Event day logistics

08:00 Registration opens
09:30 16k race
09:45 10k race
10:00 5k race
10:10 Junior race
Race Packs
You can collect your race pack including your race number and timing chip at the registration tent within the event site. Registration opens at 08.00.
Cut-Off Times:
5K = 40 mins
10k = 90 mins
16K = 2.5 hours
Junior race = NA
Age Requirements
  • 16k : 16 and over
  • 10k: 15 and over
  • 5k: 14 and over
  • Junior race: 4 and over. Babies in running friendly pushchairs are able to take part with a responsible adult pushing them.
Bag Drop
There will be no formal bag drop onsite.
Event Photography
There will be no official photographer however, we will have event team staff capturing the race!
Charity
All money from DEFY DALBY 2026 helps fund the vital work of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. In addition to your race fee, you can also set up a Just Giving page and raise money to help those living with lung cancer.

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