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Peak Raid - Hayfield

Name: Peak Raid - Hayfield
Start: 2025-10-12
End: 2025-10-12
Location: Hayfield

Hayfield, United Kingdom • 12 Oct 2025

Peak Raid Race 2 – Hayfield is a fell running event held in the Peak District, featuring challenging terrain including hills, moors, and dales. Participants navigate a 3-hour score format race where they select their own routes to collect points by visiting controls, balancing speed and strategy. The event emphasizes navigation skills and route choice, allowing runners to compete solo or in pairs across various age and category divisions. Mandatory safety kit is required, including waterproof clothing, map, compass, and survival bag. This race is part of a four-race series organized by Explorer Events, promoting flexible, competitive fell running in scenic Peak District locations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Hayfield

Race information

Registration

3 hr

3 Hours

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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