Peak District Mighty Hike
Full Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
Half Marathon
Fundraising pledge: £250
What's included in your registration fee?
About the Peak District Mighty Hike
The Peak District Mighty Hike is your chance to explore the beauty of the Peak District, England’s oldest National Park! Starting in Bakewell, this is one of our flatter hikes, where you’ll walk alongside crystal-clear rivers and disused railways, with fantastic views over the countryside along the Pennine Bridgeway and Midshires Way.
Hike solo and meet friends along the way or sign up with a team of friends and family for a memorable day together.
Take a deeper dive into the Peak District route and track the terrain and elevation of every mile, thanks to this 3D route video from the lovely people at Relive!
“Amazing volunteers, people taking part, spectators that showed up in different places cheering people on.” Tamsin, Peak District 2024
Mighty Hikes support
We have many resources to help you prepare for your hike, including how to set up your fundraising page. You can also join our Facebook group and meet the Mighty Hikers community.
Frequently asked questions
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When and where does the Peak District Mighty Hike start and finish?
The full and half marathon will start at Bakewell Showground, DE45 1AQ.
The half marathon finishes at Knotlow Farm Campsite, Flagg, SK17 9QP. The full marathon is a circular route, finishing back at Bakewell Showground.
The full marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 06:50, and the half marathon waves will start every 20 minutes from 08:50. -
What is the Peak District Mighty Hike route?
The Peak District Mighty Hike is a clockwise route, starting in Bakewell and walking through the beautiful countryside. The half marathon finishes in Flagg, before the full marathon continues around and back into Bakewell for the finish line.
View the routes on Google Maps.
You can also view the GPS routes with elevation graphs here for the full marathon and here for the half marathon.Please note that the routes can be subject to change following health and safety inspections. Any key changes will be communicated on the day.
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What are the route highlights for the Peak District Mighty Hike?
Along this stunning route, you'll experience:
1. Middleton - a charming village full of character.
2. Taddington Moor - offering sweeping views of the surrounding hills and valleys.
3. Monsal Dale Viaduct - an iconic piece of railway history set against a backdrop of stunning natural beauty. -
Where should I stay for the Peak District Mighty Hike?
Bakewell Showground is within walking distance of many hotels in Bakewell so we recommend staying here for an easy journey to the start line in the morning.
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How do I get there?Bakewell Showground is accessible by foot, bike or vehicle. It is a 15 minute walk from the centre of Bakewell to the start line.
Parking for the full marathon and half marathon is at Bakewell Showground, DE45 1AQ.
Free shuttle buses will run from the half marathon finish at Knotlow Farm back to the car park in the afternoon.
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What if my Mighty Hike gets cancelled?If your Mighty Hike is cancelled for any reason, you’ll be contacted by email and text and live updates will be made to this FAQ document with all the information you need.
Ready to join?
Potential training routes in and around the Peak District
Volunteering at a Mighty Hike
Don’t fancy hiking?
Become a Mighty Hike volunteer instead!
From helping with registration to handing out medals and bubbly at the finish line, there’s a role for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to try something new, meet like-minded people and explore beautiful corners of the UK.
Every hour you give makes a Mighty difference.
See other Mighty Hikes
Don’t fancy this one? No sweat! We’ve got many other beautiful Mighty Hikes in all corners of the UK, hilly and flat, so you can find the perfect challenge for you.