Grindleford Gallop

Grindleford, United Kingdom • 14 Mar 2026

Event overview

The Grindleford Gallop is an annual running and walking challenge held in the Peak District hills each March. The event is described on the organiser's page as a 21 mile challenge for runners and walkers. Final race details are published as a race-details PDF on the organiser site.

Distances offered

  • 21 miles
  • 23 km (1,050 m ascent)
  • 15 km (660 m ascent)

Entries, logistics and notes

The 2026 edition is scheduled for Saturday 14 March 2026, with entries due to open in mid-November. Entries have sold out quickly in past years and the event does not operate a waiting list; places freed by cancellations are released on SIEntries. The organiser has discussed changes to the start procedure to reduce bottlenecks and to accommodate early walkers, while noting that prize eligibility requires taking part in the main start. Final practical information, kit and checkpoint arrangements are published in the race details document. For 2026 there will be post-race sports massage provided by Hathersage Sports Therapy and Massage (suggested donation £10 for a 10-15 minute session). The event has offered event clothing items such as T-shirts and buffs in recent years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

21 mi
21 Miles
23 km
1050 m+
15 km
660 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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