Peak District Ultra Challenge
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Peak District Ultra Challenge : event facts
The Peak District Ultra Challenge takes place in the southern Peak District with a Bakewell basecamp on 4-5 July 2026. The event offers multiple route options that start and finish at Bakewell basecamp, including:
- 100 km full continuous challenge (approx. 2150 m climb)
- 100 km over 2 days - Day 1: 52 km (~1250 m), Day 2: 48 km (~900 m)
- ~73 km (3/4 challenge, ~1500 m climb)
- 52 km (1st half northern loop, 1250 m)
- 48 km (2nd half southern loop, ~900 m)
- 25 km (quarter loop, ~600 m)
- 10 miles (loop, ~350 m)
Categories include an Ultra March option for walkers aiming for sub-24-hour 100 km or sub-12-hour 50 km targets, and a new Trailblazerz category aimed at faster, competitive runners with event-adjusted target times.
Support, logistics and entry
The Bakewell basecamp provides camping packages, car parking, transfers, and hospitality services. Rest stops are provided approximately every 12.5 km, with major stops about every 25 km; stops have marquee cover, catering, medical and welfare tents, seating, and changing areas. The route is fully signed with pink arrows and GPS tracking via the event app. Medical teams, podiatrists and massage services are available, and a 24-hour control room monitors timing scans at rest stops. Finishers receive a medal, T-shirt, finisher meal and an official certificate. Self-fund registration fees are listed for each distance and multi-event and young-person discounts are offered. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
