Grindleford Gallop

Grindleford, United Kingdom • 13 Mar 2027

Grindleford Gallop

The Grindleford Gallop is an annual running and walking event held each March in the hills of the Peak District. The course is presented as a 21 mile challenge and is open to both runners and walkers.

Entry is managed through SIEntries and entries typically open in November. In recent years places have sold out quickly and the organisers do not operate a waiting list; places sometimes become available if entrants cancel.

Race administration and information materials are published before the event. Final race details were posted in March 2025, and the organisers publish race results and a gallery from previous years. For 2026 the event introduced staggered starts to reduce a bottleneck in the first wooded section and to offer a more relaxed start option for some participants.

The 2027 edition will take place on Saturday 13 March and will mark the event's 30th anniversary, with organisers planning additional activities to mark the milestone. The event has also offered event clothing such as T shirts and buffs in recent years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 mi
21 Mile Challenge
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

An evening pop up event at Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve offering 5k and 10k race options, on-site registration and pay on the day. All runners receive a jumble medal, hot food, a drink and a sweetie bag.

A 4.9 miles / 7.9 km fell race in Grindleford through Hay Wood, Longshore Estate and Padley Gorge, featuring a river crossing near the finish. Open to runners aged 16 and over with basic entry options and tickets on sale May 2026.

An 8 km fell race around Millers Dale on 19 June 2026 with 180 m of ascent, following the Monsal Trail and returning via Cheedale stepping stones. Entry is limited to 200 and the minimum age is 18.

A hilly six mile fell race in Stalybridge on 19 June 2026, routing to the Trigg point on Hobson Moor. The event is listed as the second race in The Tour and is based at Tameside Sports Trust, Copley Recreation Centre.

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