Leaden Boot Challenge
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Event details
The Leaden Boot Challenge is an annual walk and run held in the White Peak village of Alstonefield on 17 May 2026. The event is based at Alstonefield Village Hall (DE6 2FR). Entry for 2026 is through SiEntries; the published entry fee is £30. The minimum age for participants is 14. The event follows LDWA guidelines and is open to both walkers and runners.
Route and support
The route is an elliptical loop that starts and finishes in Alstonefield and limits use of the more popular trails around the Staffordshire Moorlands and Derbyshire Dales. The course distance is 26.2 miles with 4800 feet of ascent and descent. Key locations passed include Milldale, Baley Hill, Nabs Dale, Ilam Rock, Bunster Hill, Musden Woods, Grindon, Wetton Mill, Ecton Hill, Sheen, Pilsbury and Hartington.
There are six manned checkpoints, plus two unmanned checkpoints, spaced at about four-mile intervals. Each manned checkpoint provides water, squash, snacks, first aid and mobile communications. Walkers who retire are transported back to the start. Locally made hot food and cakes are provided at the finish and successful finishers receive certificates and cloth badges. The event raises funds for local causes and has raised approximately £60,000 to date. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
