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Leaden Boot Challenge

Name: Leaden Boot Challenge
Start: 2025-05-18
End: 2025-05-18
Location: Alstonefield

Alstonefield, United Kingdom • 18 May 2025

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a demanding 26.2-mile walk or run held in the White Peak village of Alstonefield, UK. The course features 4,800 feet of ascent and descent, following an elliptical route through scenic areas including Milldale, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, and Beresford Dale. Starting and finishing at Alstonefield Village Hall, the event includes six manned checkpoints offering water, snacks, and first aid. Participants enjoy locally made hot food and cakes at the finish, along with certificates and cloth badges. Originally created to fundraise for church roof repairs, the challenge now supports various local causes, raising around £60,000 to date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Alstonefield

Race information

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26 mi

4800 m+

26.2 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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