The Peak District Ultra Challenge starts and finishes at our basecamp hub in Bakewell – with a ‘figure of 8’ route. The Full 100km route takes a northern loop of the surrounding area – known for it’s outstanding natural beauty before returning back to basecamp, marking the end of the challenge for some. Those on the Full 100km and 2nd Half will then head out on a southern looped route exploring more of this wonderful area. With 25 km & 10 mile options, camping across the weekend for you & your supporters + a bar and entertainment – it will be a weekend to remember!
Join us for the full 100 km challenge – setting out from Bakewell Showground where we have our basecamp for the weekend with a range of camping options. It’s a figure of 8 route taking you on an adventure in the north & south of the Peak District. You’ll be stopping every ~12 – 13 km for refreshments & whatever support you need, with a main half way stop back in Bakewell – before heading out on the trails of the 2nd half of this amazing challenge. A massive welcome awaits as you cross that finish line, in Bakewell once again!
100 km & ~2150 metres
Every 10-15km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes at Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is a short walk from the town centre.
Bakewell – Friday / Saturday
There’s the ULTRA MARCH® category for walkers aiming to do 100 km in less than 24 hours (or 50 km in under 12 hrs). 8.30am start.
For 2026, there’s ULTRA TRAILBLAZERZ® for faster, competitive, runners with an eye on the clock and a ‘time goal’ of sub 14 hrs (male) & 15 hrs (female) for 100km on this Challenge. 6.45 am start.
Ultra Challenge® 50 km and 100 km events are fully ITRA-certified and officially recognised as UTMB Index races. 4 ITRA points available.
Day 1 – 52 km & ~1250 metres
Day 2 – 48 km & ~900 metres
Day 1 – Saturday
+ Day 2 – Sunday
Every 10-15km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is a short walk from the town centre.
Bakewell – Friday
Bakewell – Saturday
4 available (2 for each day)
The 2 Day Full 100km Challenge breaks down the route into two ‘halves’ of 52 km on Day 1 starting & finishing at our basecamp in Bakewell, and then 48 km on Day 2. You’ll get to experience the route in daylight as well as the opportunity to get some rest and sleep overnight. Camp with us at our fully supported Basecamp in Bakewell on the Saturday night where we will have entertainment, hot food & more.
A perfect choice if you’ve done a Half Challenge before – and want to ‘up’ the distance without committing to a ‘Full’ option. The route is 3/4 of the Full Challenge – starts at Bakewell with the 25 km loop, and then on through the Peak District with the 2nd 1/2 of the Full Challenge – and back to Bakewell after a tough 73 km. Do it as a ‘Continuous’ challenge – OR rest overnight after the 1st 25 km & camp at our Bakewell basecamp (or hotel/ B&B) – and do the remaining 48 km (2nd half) on Sunday morning.
73 km
Every 10-15km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is also a short walk into Bakewell town centre.
Bakewell – Friday / Saturday
+ Bakewell – Saturday
The fantastic 1st Half Peak District loop will start and finish from our basecamp in Bakewell, the route is perhaps the toughest loop (of the 2) with a few steep ascents and descents taking you into the heart of this beautiful and varied landscape.
53 km & ~1250 metres
Every 10-15km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is also a short walk into Bakewell town centre.
Bakewell – Friday
Bakewell – Saturday
There’s the ULTRA MARCH®category for walkers aiming to do 100 km in less than 24 hours (or 50 km in under 12 hrs). 8.30am start.
For 2026, there’s ULTRA TRAILBLAZERZ® for faster, competitive, runners with an eye on the clock and a ‘time goal’ of sub 6 hrs (male) & 6.5 hrs (female) for 50km+ on this Challenge. 6.45 start.
Ultra Challenge® 50 km and 100 km events are fully ITRA-certified and officially recognised as UTMB Index races. 2 ITRA points available.
47 km & ~900 metres
Every 10-15 km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is also a short walk into Bakewell town centre.
Bakewell – Friday / Saturday
Bakewell – Saturday
A great option if you want to join someone on the Full Challenge on Saturday evening to finish with them, or set off with most others on Saturday morning or early Sunday morning on your own fantastic challenge on the Sunday. A start at Bakewell – and then some fantastic southern Peaks scenery on the way back to the very welcome finish line and celebration back at Bakewell basecamp.
Take on our 25 KM looped route starting & finishing at our Bakewell basecamp, taking in Chatsworth House, the best of the Derwent Valley Heritage Way and Combs Dale. It is easy to join & leave with parking & overnight camping options available.
25 km & 600 metres
Every 10-15km under marquees with support – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is also a short walk into Bakewell town centre.
10 mile & 405 m
At your finish in Bakewell (basecamp) – toilets, massage, changing rooms, medics, rest areas, hot drinks, water & snacks & much more.
As your challenge starts & finishes in Bakewell Showground you can either park here all weekend, or be dropped off & picked up. The venue is also a short walk into Bakewell town centre.
Take on our 10 mile looped route starting & finishing at our Bakewell basecamp, taking in the best of the Derwent Valley Herritage Way along The River Derwent. up to Chatsworth House. It is easy to join & leave with parking & overnight camping options available.
