NAV4 - Pennine 39

NAV4 Pennine 39

NAV4 Pennine 39 is a mountain trail event taking place on Saturday 4 July 2026. The route follows a classic section of the Pennine Way and is described as 37 miles in length. The event is run as a linear route with the event centre and finish at Alston YHA.

The course passes a number of named features and checkpoints. Rivers and waterfalls include Low Force and High Force, and the route visits Cauldron's Snout (CP1) and the remote Cow Green reservoir. It continues through High Cup Nick to Dufton Village Hall (CP2), then climbs Old Man Knock and traverses Great Dun Fell and Crossfell. Greg's Hut serves as CP3, Garrigill as CP4, and the final section follows riverside paths to Alston.

Logistics are organised around Alston YHA. The entry fee listed is £80 and is stated to include coach transport to the start from Alston YHA. Accommodation at the hostel is offered with bunk options and modest extra charges for Friday and Saturday nights; an alternative is accommodation in Garrigill including village hall bunkhouse and campsite options. A shuttle from Penrith via Langwathby is available for an additional fee.

The event is presented for runners and competent walkers. Navigation is described as generally straightforward despite the remote and varied terrain. Checkpoint provisions range from fresh water at remote points to indoor refreshments at Dufton and Garrigill. Finishers recorded times from around six to fourteen hours and places are limited to about 75 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.