NAV4 - Pennine 39
Alston, United Kingdom • 4 Jul 2026
Event details
NAV4 Pennine 39 is a linear mountain trail event held on 4 July 2026. The route is listed as 37 miles and follows a classic section of the Pennine Way in the Cumbrian/Durham Pennines. Entry opens 13 November 2025 and closes 21 June 2026. The entry fee is £80, which includes coach transport to the start from Alston YHA. Places are limited to around 75 participants.
Route and logistics
The route starts at Bowlees and finishes at Alston YHA, passing riverside paths and upland terrain. Key landscape features on the route include Low Force and High Force waterfalls, Cauldron's Snout, Cow Green reservoir, High Cup Nick, Great Dun Fell and Crossfell. The course is described as wild and remote but with straightforward navigation; no official GPS route is issued and minor route variations exist.
Registration is based at Alston YHA and the hostel also serves as accommodation and the finish location. An alternative accommodation option is Garrigill Village Hall and bunkhouse near the final checkpoint. A shuttle from Penrith/Langwathby is offered as an extra.
Checkpoints and support
There are four main checkpoints: Cauldron's Snout (fresh water only), Dufton Village Hall (indoor hot and cold drinks and snacks), Greg's Hut (shelter), and Garrigill (village hall with drinks and snacks). Finishers have recorded times from six to fourteen hours. There are no formal checkpoint cut-offs, and participants are expected to be self-sufficient on upland sections. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.