With one hour of sunlight remaining you’ll start your Back Before Dark run with one inescapable and non-negotiable deadline. You must cover 10k, and try to be Back Before Dark.

Designed for runners who’ve trained for a 10k run.

Back Before Dark 10k info

The Bronze Challenge has a total ascent of 1200m and at its highest point reaches 464m.

A 50km circular route taking in the valleys of the dark peak, and the scenic trails of the southern peak district.

Bronze Challenge info

2000m of ascent. Not to be underestimated, this route follows the easiest and flattest routes between eight checkpoints, but covers a long distance. For determined walkers or joggers.

Hope Valley – Ladybower Valley – Castleton – Tideswell – Baslow – Hope Valley

Silver Challenge info

With extra ascent (3200m in total), to make the 24 hour target you’ll need to average 4kph. The ultimate Peak District challenge, and should be attempted by fit and experienced hillwalkers who want to see the best that the Peak District has to offer. You’ll visit high points and viewpoints on your way between checkpoints, and there is a lot of climbing involved. Gold Challenge info