Yorkshire Dales pub welcomes more than 40 competitors in Montane Spine Race

Lesley Tate Thu, 15 January 2026 at 4:14 pm UTC·2 min read THE new owners of a pub in Horton-in-Ribblesdale are on course to being named a 'trail angel' by organisers of the gruelling Montane Spine Race after welcoming more than 40 competitors for a much-needed break. Lynn and Steven Hester experienced their first spine race event this week having only taken over the Crown Hotel in the village in October last year.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement A competitor makes their way along the route (Image: Michael...