Leaden Boot Challenge

Leaden Boot Challenge : Alstonefield

The Leaden Boot Challenge is a 26.2 mile walk and run around the White Peak village of Alstonefield with about 4,800 feet of ascent and descent. The route is elliptical and passes through Milldale, Baley Hill, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, Bunster Hill, Ilam Hall, Musden Woods, Slade House Farm, Grindon, Wetton Mill, Ecton Hill, Hulme End, Sheen, Pilsbury, Hartington, Beresford Dale and Narrow Dale before returning to Alstonefield Village Hall (DE6 2FR).

The event follows LDWA-style challenge walking principles and is open to both walkers and runners. There are six manned checkpoints and two unmanned checkpoints, spaced at approximately four mile intervals. Each manned checkpoint provides water, squash, snacks, first aid facilities and mobile communications with the Memorial Hall. Walkers who retire during the event will be transported back to the start.

Locally made hot food and cakes are provided at the finish and are included in the entry fee; hot breakfast rolls are available for purchase at the start. Certificates and cloth badges are issued to those who complete the route. The stated minimum age for entry is 14 and the published entry fee is £30. The event supports local good causes and has raised approximately £60,000 to date. Dogs are not permitted to accompany participants from 2024 onwards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.