Leaden Boot Challenge

Alstonefield, United Kingdom • 17 May 2026

Event details

The Leaden Boot Challenge takes place on Sunday 17 May 2026 in Alstonefield (Alstonefield Village Hall, DE6 2FR) in the Peak District. The event is a 26.2 mile walk/run with 4800 feet of ascent and descent. Entries open 1 October 2025 and close 14 May 2026. The minimum age is 14 and the entry fee is £30. Entry is handled through SiEntries.

The event raises funds for local causes and has raised approximately £60,000 to date. Grant applications for 2026, generally for amounts between £200 - £2000, are welcome from 1 April to 31 May 2026. Dogs are not allowed to accompany participants.

Route and on-course support

The route uses an elliptical course that avoids the more popular trails around the Staffordshire Moorlands and Derbyshire Dales. It passes through Milldale, Baley Hill, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, Aires Cottage, Bunster Hill, Ilam Hall, Musden Woods, Slade House Farm, Throwley Hall, Grindon, Wetton Mill, Ecton Hill, Hulme End, Sheen, Pilsbury, Hartington, Beresford Dale, Narrow Dale and returns to Alstonefield.

There are six manned checkpoints and two unmanned checkpoints, spaced at roughly 4 mile intervals. Manned checkpoints provide water, squash, snacks, first aid and mobile communications. Walkers who retire are transported back to the start. Locally made hot food and cakes are provided at the finish and certificates and cloth badges are given to successful finishers. The event follows LDWA guidelines and is open to walkers and runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
1463 m+
Leaden Boot Challenge 26.2 Mile Walk/run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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