Ladybower Reservoir

Hope Valley, United Kingdom • 26 Sep 2026

Event Information

The Ladybower Reservoir 52K is a trail run taking place on 26th September 2026. The event headquarters is at Hope Showground in Hope Valley.

Course

The route is a single loop of 52 kilometers. The course features a combination of steep, technical climbs and fast, runnable sections. A GPX file of the route is available for download.

Logistics

Bib collection is available at registration in the event village within 90 minutes of the start time. On-site parking is available. A bag drop service is provided, with one bag allowed per participant.

Requirements

The race has a total cutoff time of 11 hours, with rolling cutoffs at each aid station. The minimum age for participation is 20. Aid stations are placed at regular intervals along the course.

Mandatory Kit

Participants must carry specific equipment. This includes a running vest or belt, capacity for 500ml of water, a GPS device with the route uploaded, a fully charged mobile phone, a foil blanket, a hooded waterproof jacket, a headtorch, and gloves. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

52 km
52k
Half Marathon
21k
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