Ranger Ultras High Peak Ultra

Furness Vale, United Kingdom • 17-18 Oct 2026

Ranger Ultras High Peak 70/100km Ultra is a two-distance trail race based in Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire. Runners choose between 70km and 100km routes, retracing the Cromford and High Peak Railway with an out-and-back course from Whaley Bridge to Newhaven (70km) or Middleton Top near Cromford (100km). The route covers Buxton, the White Peak, and the Pennine Bridleway, with about 1,460 metres of total ascent. Participants receive GPX navigation, on-course water stops with snacks and hot soup, HQ hospitality, and ranger safety team support, plus finishers’ eco-medals and trophies. The event is low-key, value-driven, with a 24-hour cut-off and limited-to-100 entrants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
1460 m+
100km
70 km
1460 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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