KOTWF Race & Events Calendar
A complete overview of endurance events, from world-class races to local community meet-up
Peak Divide Classic
Event type: Ultrarunning
Distance: 76km (Day 1: 41km / Day 2: 35km)
Location: Manchester → Sheffield, Peak District National Park
Entry details: First come, first served. Waitlist available
Course type: Trail / hilly / point-to-point
Best for: Experienced trail runners seeking a social, supported, non-race ultra
URL: https://www.thepeakdivide.com
Event description:
A two-day, hosted trail journey across the Peak District. The Peak Divide CLASSIC is not a race, but a shared experience focused on movement, conversation and covering ground together.
The Maverick Peak District X-Trail 2026
Event type: Ultra trail running
Distance: 50km and 100km
Location: Bakewell Showground, Peak District, UK
Entry details: Online entry closes late May 2026, £89 - £165
Course type: Trail / mixed terrain / hilly / technical
Best for: Experienced trail and ultra runners looking for a big Peak District challenge
Sells out quickly: Yes
URL: https://www.maverick-race.com/products/the-maverick-peak-district-x-trail-2026
Event description:
Starting from Bakewell Showground, the X-Trail takes runners deep into the Peak District across high moorland, river valleys, historic trails and iconic edges. Expect tough climbs, varied terrain and expansive views as you tackle a fully immersive ultra-distance adventure through one of the UK’s most loved National Parks.
The Western States ® 100-Mile Endurance Run
Event type: Ultra running (trail)
Distance: 100 miles
Location: California, USA
Entry details: Lottery-based entry and must complete a qualifying race in the allotted time during the one-year qualifying period (Monday November 4, 2024 through Sunday November 2, 2025).
Course type: Mountain trail
Who it’s best for: Elite and highly experienced ultra runners
URL: https://www.wser.org
UTMB Mont Blanc
Event type: Ultra running (trail)
Distance: 171km
Location: Chamonix, France
Entry details: UTMB index + lottery
Course type: Alpine mountain trail
Who it’s best for: Experienced mountain ultra runners
Peak Divide ONEr
Event type: Ultra (hosted trail run)
Distance: 76km
Location: Sheffield → Manchester, Peak District National Park
Course type: Trail / hilly / point-to-point
Best for: Experienced ultra runners looking for a full-day endurance challenge
Entry details: Limited entry
URL: https://www.thepeakdivide.com
Event description:
The CLASSIC route in reverse, completed in one day (Sheffield -> Manchester). A challenging but well-supported ultra across the Peak District with a strong community focus.