Peak District Ultra Challenge
Bakewell, United Kingdom • 4-5 Jul 2026
Event overview
The Peak District Ultra Challenge takes place in the Southern Peak District with a Bakewell basecamp on 4-5 July 2026. The event uses a figure-of-8 route through Derbyshire countryside and passes Chatsworth House on some distances. Camping, parking, transfers, a bar, and basecamp hospitality are available at Bakewell.
Distances
- 100 km (full continuous or 2-day daylight option)
- ~73 km (3/4 challenge)
- 52 km (first half loop)
- 48 km (second half loop)
- 25 km (Bakewell loop)
- 10 miles (Bakewell loop)
Routes and elevation
The full continuous 100 km route is a figure-of-8 with about ~2150 m total climb. The two-day 100 km option is split into a Northern Loop of 52 km with ~1250 m climb and a Southern Loop of 48 km with ~900 m climb. The 3/4 challenge is listed at ~73 km with ~1500 m climb. The 25 km and 10 mile loops list approximately ~600 m and ~350 m elevation respectively.
Support and categories
Organiser support includes signed routes with GPS tracking, rest stops every ~12.5 km and major rest stops every ~25 km, marquee cover, catering for dietary needs, medical and massage teams, and timing at rest stops. Entry categories include an Ultra March option for walkers and a Trailblazerz category for faster, competitive runners. Registration can be self-funded or linked to charity fundraising. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.