An ultramarathon covering 40 miles of the Peak district. After an 8 year hiatus the High Peak 40 returned in 2024! Take part in an Ultramarathon run around the Peak District starting and ending in beautiful Buxton.

Taking in some of the best trails, paths and roads around the area, the route will take you through Goyt Valley, past Eccles Pike, over and through Mam Tor, Cave Dale, Tideswell, Monsal Trail, a climb out of a Deep Dale, a long road to Chelmorten and then a swift in and our of another Deep Dale.

The next edition, which will be our 40th year anniversary, will run on Saturday 19th September 2026

This website will serve as information for the event and bringing together the rich history of the event through documents and imagery at the time.

We are incredibly excited to see you on the day and welcome many of you back.