Peak District Ultra Challenge takes place on Sat, Jul 3, 2027 in Bakewell, United Kingdom. The main route is 100 km.
- Date
- Sat, Jul 3, 2027
- Start
- Bakewell 🇬🇧
- Distance
- 100 km
- Climbing
- 2,150 m
- Level
- Open to all
Your 39-week plan to Peak District Ultra Challenge
The Base phase starts this week. Built around your fitness and adjusted every day as your form changes; attach the course and it prepares for the climbs too.
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The Peak District Ultra Challenge takes participants on a challenging figure-of-eight course starting and finishing at a basecamp in Bakewell, featuring stunning views of the Peak District National Park and iconic landmarks like Chatsworth House.
What this race demands
The Peak District Ultra Challenge requires hikers to cover 100 kilometers with 2150 meters of elevation gain on a July day. This event demands sustained endurance over many consecutive hours.
Continuous Endurance
Covering 100 kilometers on foot requires prolonged cardiovascular output and muscular stamina. Hikers must sustain forward motion over an extended duration.
Climbing Volume
Accumulating 2150 meters of elevation gain across the figure-of-eight course places heavy stress on the lower body. Athletes must manage repeated ascents and descents efficiently.
Summer Conditions
A July start date means managing elevated temperatures and sun exposure throughout the long effort. Proper hydration management is necessary to maintain performance over 100 kilometers.
Given the duration of a 100-kilometer hike, participants should consume 30 to 60 grams of carbohydrates per hour to maintain energy levels throughout the effort.
Estimated finish times
Estimates by level, not promises. Your own number depends on your fitness on the day.
Your road to race day
Race day at Peak District Ultra Challenge is 39 weeks away. This is how a coach divides that time. The first phase starts now.
01Base27 weeks · Oct 4, 2026 – Apr 10, 2027
Aerobic foundation: mostly steady endurance work that grows the aerobic engine and the durability the later phases stand on.
02Build6 weeks · Apr 11, 2027 – May 22, 2027
Progressive overload: training load climbs in waves, with harder weeks stacked on the base and planned recovery weeks that let the gains land.
03Peak3 weeks · May 23, 2027 – Jun 12, 2027
The hardest weeks of the plan: race-specific intensity at nearly full training load, sharpening exactly what this race asks for.
04Taper2 weeks · Jun 13, 2027 – Jun 26, 2027
Volume drops while intensity stays: short, sharp efforts keep the legs awake as fatigue drains away.
05Race week1 week · Jun 27, 2027 – Jul 3, 2027
Openers, rest and logistics. The work is done; the job now is arriving fresh.
Frequently asked questions
When is Peak District Ultra Challenge?
Peak District Ultra Challenge takes place on Sat, Jul 3, 2027 in Bakewell, United Kingdom.
How long is Peak District Ultra Challenge?
The main route is 100 km.
What does Peak District Ultra Challenge demand?
The Peak District Ultra Challenge requires hikers to cover 100 kilometers with 2150 meters of elevation gain on a July day. This event demands sustained endurance over many consecutive hours.
How much climbing does Peak District Ultra Challenge have?
Peak District Ultra Challenge has 2,150 m of climbing.
Who is Peak District Ultra Challenge for?
Peak District Ultra Challenge is open to all participants.
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