Allendale Challenge
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Event overview
The 35th Allendale Challenge is organised by the North of Tyne Mountain Rescue Team to raise funds for the team. It is scheduled for Saturday 11 April 2026 in Allendale, Northumberland. The route is an anti-clockwise loop from Allendale town covering 26 miles (42 km) and passes Hard Rigg, Black Hill and Kilhope Law before returning via Spartylea, The Drag and Ladlewell. The course crosses peat bogs in the North Pennines. The 2026 event uses electronic chip timing to track participants and provide shorter waits at registration and checkpoints.
Practical details
The event offers walker and runner options. Entries open 1 July 2025 and close 29 March 2026 on the event entry system. The field is limited to 750 places. Minimum age is 18 years, or 14 years if accompanied at all times by a responsible adult. An entry fee applies and booking fees may be charged. Entry includes a premium cotton T-shirt and an Allendale Challenge pin badge. Participants may be offered optional XCover insurance to allow possible refunds for unforeseen circumstances. Venue for assembly and administration is Allendale Village Hall, Allendale, Northumberland. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
