High Peak 40

Buxton, United Kingdom • 19 Sep 2026

High Peak 40, Buxton (19 September 2026)

High Peak 40 is an established ultramarathon that returns for its 40th anniversary on 19 September 2026. The race covers 40 mile on a course that combines trails and road, with both the start and finish located in Buxton.

The event is open to entrants aged 18 or older on the event date. There is a 14 hour time limit to complete the course. Entry periods are specified: entries open on 11 October 2025 and close on 5 September 2026. At the time of this listing, 196 participants were recorded as entered.

Published entry fees include an early bird rate of £45.00 and a standard fee of £50.00, with the standard fee applying from 01/01/2025. Entry administration is handled through the SiEntries system and requires registration on that platform.

The event is listed as an offline, scheduled event taking place in Buxton, United Kingdom. The course routing mixes off-road and on-road sections and both begins and ends in Buxton. A disclaimer, terms and a cancellation and refund policy are provided by the organiser. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

40 mi
40 Miles
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