Peak District Birthday Bash
Castleton, United Kingdom • 18 Apr 2026
Event overview
The Peak District Birthday Bash takes place on 18 April 2026 and is based in Castleton at The Peveril Centre, Buxton Road, S33 8WP. The event offers route options that travel through the central Peak District and across varied local landscapes. Distances offered:
- Full Bash - 70 km (approximately 43.5 miles)
- Half Bash - 35 km (approximately 22.75 miles)
The event is open to both runners and walkers. It is hosted as a celebration of the anniversary of the Peak District National Park and supports the conservation and engagement projects of the Peak District National Park Foundation.
Entry and requirements
Entries open 27 May 2025 and close 5 April 2026. Minimum age to enter the event is 18. Specific course age limits apply: the Full Bash (70 km) requires entrants to be at least 20 years old and the Half Bash (35 km) requires entrants to be at least 18 years old. Entry fees (affiliated / non-affiliated): Full Bash £70 / £72, Half Bash £43 / £45.
The event offers an early-start option for walkers and runners and a separate mass start for those entering competitively and eligible for podium awards. Optional purchase of XCover is available to allow possible refunds for unforeseen circumstances. The event organiser is CraggRunner. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.