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Peak District Ultra Challenge

Bakewell, United Kingdom • 4-5 Jul 2026

The Peak District Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held in the scenic Southern Peak District National Park, centered around Bakewell. Participants can choose from multiple distances including 100km, 50km, 25km loops, and a 10-mile option, suitable for walkers, joggers, and runners of all experience levels. The course features a challenging figure-of-eight route showcasing Derbyshire’s finest landscapes, including a passage by Chatsworth House. The event offers extensive support with covered rest stops every 12.5 km, medical and massage teams, free food and drinks, GPS tracking, and a festive finish-line celebration. Camping and hospitality services are available at the Bakewell basecamp, making it a well-supported and rewarding outdoor challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Bakewell

Race information

Website
100 km
2150 m+
Full 2 Day 'daylight' 100 Km
100 km
2150 m+
Full Continuous 100 Km
73 km
1500 m+
3/4 Challenge ~73 Km
52 km
1250 m+
1st 1/2 Challenge 52 Km (loop)
48 km
900 m+
2nd 1/2 Challenge 48 Km (loop)
25 km
600 m+
Bakewell 25 Km (loop)
10 mi
350 m+
Bakewell 10 Miles (loop)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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