Praise for 35-mile Ripon ultra that ends with a run through Studley Royal Deer Park

Praise for 35-mile Ripon ultra race that finishes with a downhill run through Studley Royal Deer Park

A Ripon Runner has set a new course record on the 35-mile Ripon Ultra - a challenging but scenic race praised for its “friendly, community feel”

Taking in the the trail, woodland and moorland terrain of the Nidderdale AONB and finishing with a scenic downhill run through Studley Royal Deer Park, Ripon Ultra race once again attracted a very strong turnout, with runners from all over Yorkshire competing in both the solo and team relay categories.

A new course record for the Ripon Ultra was set by Ripon Runner Rob Harrison, who completed the race in just 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Organised by Ripon Runners a new course record was set by Ripon Runner Rob Harrison, who completed the race in just 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Paula Downing of Louth A/C was the first lady back.

The Raw Fitness team took away the Relay first place spot.

Ripon Ultra women’s solo winner Paula Downing.

“We had ideal race conditions, especially after last year’s storm,” said race director Victoria Pang.

”But we couldn't host the Ripon Ultra without our incredible team of volunteers, so we appreciate everyone who gave up so much of their time on the day.

“We’ve had some lovely feedback about the friendly, community feel of the run – which is exactly what we set out to achieve.”

Food for the event was supplied by Caroline Bentham’s Waste Not Wednesday charity team, with Alan Brownlee of AGB Sports Massage Therapies providing much needed massages for the many tired limbs after the race.