The Three Shires
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About the race
The Three Shires is a walking event on Saturday 3 April 2027 that starts from Swythamley and Heaton Centre (SK11 0SJ) and is organised by LDWA - Staffordshire. Participants follow waymarked routes across moorland and gritstone features of the Peak District.
Routes pass via Gun Hill, The Roaches, Lud's Church, Gradbach, Three Shires Head, Wildboarclough and Danebridge. Shutlingsloe is included on the 30 mile and 23 mile routes. A Cheshire loop is included on the 30 mile and 28 mile routes.
Distances:
- 30 miles
- 28 miles
- 23 miles
- 21 miles
Entries open on Monday 4 January 2027 and close on Saturday 27 March 2027. Entry fees are listed by membership status; for this event the published fees are £11.00 for LDWA members and £18.00 for non members. The entry fee includes a downloadable detailed route description, refreshments at checkpoints, a meal at the finish and a certificate.
Safety and practical arrangements: under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs are allowed on a short lead but are not permitted on the Shutlingsloe loop and dogs are not allowed inside halls. Required equipment includes the OL24 map, a compass, whistle, waterproofs and a mug. Retirements must be made only at checkpoints and transport back to Swythamley is provided for those who retire. A badge is available for sale on the day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
