The Maverick Peak District Trail
Bakewell, United Kingdom • 30 May 2026
Event Overview
The Maverick Peak District X-Trail is a long-distance trail running event taking place in the Peak District National Park on Saturday, May 30, 2026. The event starts and finishes at Bakewell Showground. It offers two ultra-distance routes for participants to choose from.
Routes
Participants can select from two ultra-distance courses:
- 100k Ultra: 101 km with +2750 m of elevation gain.
- 50k Ultra: 55 km with +1214 m of elevation gain.
The routes explore varied terrain within the national park, including high moors, river valleys, old railways, and the Pennine Way footpath. The course passes through locations such as Bamford, Hathersage, Curbar, Froggatt, and Stanage.
Participant Information
Bib numbers and GPS trackers (for the 100k and 50k routes) can be collected on Friday, May 29, 2026, at the venue between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Race packs are not mailed. There is a mandatory kit list for the ultra routes, which includes items like a waterproof jacket, trousers, a long-sleeve base layer, a mobile phone, food, water, and a headtorch.
A cup-free policy is in effect at the aid stations, so participants must carry their own reusable cup or bottle. Headphones are strongly discouraged during the event.
Logistics and Amenities
Free parking is available at the Bakewell Showground venue. The event provides a fully marked and timed course, aid stations ("outposts") with snacks and drinks, a bag drop area, online results, event photography, and a metal finisher's medal. GPS tracking is provided for both ultra routes.
Cut-off times are enforced: 18 hours for the 100k route and 10 hours for the 55k route. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.