South Pennine 24
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Event overview
The South Pennine 24 is a 24-mile route on Saturday 28 February 2026 around the Dark Peak and South Pennine Moors. The course includes about 3,900 ft of ascent and covers a mix of wild moorland, well graded footpaths and bridleways. The event is hosted by the South Pennine Long Distance Walkers Association (LDWA). The event is open to walkers and runners who are competent and suitably equipped for long-distance winter events. A route description and a walked GPX file will be emailed to entrants from mid February. No dogs are permitted.
Entry and logistics
Priority entry is available to LDWA members until 12:00 on 31 October 2025; entry opens for all at 12:00 on 1 November 2025. Entry fees are: LDWA member £17.00, non-member £25.00. Minimum age is 18 and the entry limit is 150. The event headquarters and start/finish are at Dovestone Sailing Club, Dovestone Reservoir, Bank Lane, Greenfield, OL3 7NE (what3words: summer.zoomed.pixel). Adjoining pay-and-display parking is available (currently £4.70) and the event will be supported with drinks and pastries, food and drink at four checkpoints, soup at the finish, and certificates on request. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.