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Calderdale Hike

Sowerby Bridge, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

Event overview

The Calderdale Hike is a long-distance outdoor event taking place on Saturday 11 April 2026 at St Peter's Cricket Club, Sowerby Bridge (HX6 1DF). It is organised by the 24th St Paul’s Scout Group and has an entry minimum age of 14 years on the day. Entries open 12 September 2025 and close 9 April 2026. The event has supported the scout group since 1979 and is listed as part of the Runfurther Championship for 2025. Registration and a compulsory kit check take place at the event base before participants start.

Routes and facilities

The routes run over tracks across high Pennine valleys and surrounding moors, with some steep ascents and descents. Navigation skills are recommended in poor weather. Distances offered:

  • 35 miles - about 5500 ft ascent; runners and walkers.
  • 24 miles - about 3800 ft ascent; runners and walkers.
  • 16 miles - about 2700 ft ascent; runners and walkers.

Included in the entry fee are refreshments at headquarters and checkpoints, water at roadside checkpoints, transport from roadside retirement points back to HQ, a hot meal at HQ, a licensed bar, a certificate of achievement, and full results produced using a professional timing system. Free car parking is provided at Ryburn School and on the road outside. Trophies are presented subject to terms and conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Sowerby Bridge

Race information

Website Registration
35 mi
35 Miles Running
24 mi
24 Miles Running
16 mi
16 Miles Running
16 Miles Walking
24 Miles Walking
35 Miles Walking
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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