NAV4 - Pennine 39

NAV4 Pennine 39

NAV4 Pennine 39 is a linear mountain trail event on Saturday 4 July 2026 that follows a classic section of the Pennine Way through the Cumbrian and Durham Pennines. The route covers approximately 37 miles and finishes at Alston YHA. The published entry fee is £80 and includes coach transport from Alston to the start. Places are limited to around 75 participants.

The course passes notable waypoints including Bowlees, Low Force and High Force, Cauldron's Snout (checkpoint 1, remote with fresh water only), Cow Green reservoir and the geological feature High Cup Nick. Dufton Village Hall serves as an indoor midpoint checkpoint with hot and cold drinks and light food. The route continues via Old Man Knock, Great Dun Fell and Crossfell, with a checkpoint at Greg's Hut (checkpoint 3), then descends to Garrigill (checkpoint 4) before riverside paths to the finish.

Registration is based at Alston YHA with options to register Friday evening, the morning of the event or at Bowlees for those who choose that option. Alston YHA offers bunk accommodation; a Friday night bunk with breakfast is listed at £40 and a Saturday night bunk with a two course supper and a recovery drink is listed at £55. An alternative is Garrigill Village Hall Bunkhouse or campsite. The route is intended for runners and competent walkers. Navigation is described as straightforward despite remote terrain and no single official GPS route is issued. Typical finisher times span from about six to fourteen hours and participants are expected to average close to 3 mph (5 km/h). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.