Our guided runs are friendly, sociable events and aimed at anyone who is wanting to enjoy some great scenery without the fear of getting lost. We operate on a low-key basis and ensure participant numbers are such that we have a good ratio of runners to guides. Photo opportunities abound on these circuits and there will be chance to stop and soak up the views as we run along at a sociable pace.
It’s a classic, and it happens to be one of our favourite Peak District challenges. This open, airy route allows you to tackle summits, edges and ridges as you traverse the skyline around the beautiful Vale of Edale. A challenging route of approx 20 miles with a series of climbs totalling 1,400m of ascent, it requires a decent level of fitness and sufficient endurance for 6 – 7 hours on foot.
Famous highlights of this route include Win Hill, the southern edges, tors and towers of Kinder, Rushup Edge leading on to the Great Ridge, Mam Tor and its Iron Age earthworks, before finally tackling Back Tor and Lose Hill prior to our last gentle descent into Hope.
The next Edale Skyline guided run is on 26th January 2025.
The Edgy Trail Run is set in the countryside that offers very rewarding views and runnable trails from Curbar Edge at the southern tip to Upper Burbage in the most northerly section. The run starts from Longshaw visitor centre and heads out on either the southern loop before returning to Longshaw and heading out north (or vice versa). The finish is back at Longshaw. This figure of eight run enables participants to do just the first half (approximately 13km) or the full route (approximately 25km). Of the two loops the southern section is the least technical and probably most suited to beginner trail runners. The climbs and descents are modest and the obstacles are few. The biggest factor will always be the weather as you move from the woodland to the higher ground. The northern loop is the gnarlier section. There'll be some superb views from the high ground of Higger Tor and the iron age walls of Carl Wark before heading out in the direction of Millstone Edge.
This will be a sociable run with an emphasis on soaking up the views at a relaxed pace and moving safely through the rocky sections.
The Edgy Trail Run (North) is the gnarlier brother of the Edgy runs. This guided run over the undulating edges, and moorlands of the Peak District. There'll be some superb views from the high ground of Higger Tor and the iron age walls of Carl Wark before heading out in the direction of Millstone Edge. This will be a sociable run with an emphasis on soaking up the views at a relaxed pace and moving safely through the rocky sections.
This guided trail run is a winner at any time of the year. It passes through the impressive Chatsworth parkland, before climbing up and along the edges and monuments of the Eastern Peaks. There'll be captivating views along this route which follows ancient footpaths, tracks, and moorland. More than just a guided trail run, consider this one a gateway to a more adventurous future in your running journey, and a chance to connect with some truly inspiring natural environments.
The guided runs are delivered in a way that focuses on giving participants an enjoyable experience at a sociable pace. Many participants are at the start of their trail running journey and they appreciate the comfort in undertaking an adventurous run with experienced/helpful guides. Typical group sizes range from 10 to 20 people with a guide at the front and rear of the groups to ensure the group stays together. Occasionally if there is a marked difference in pace we will split into 2 groups thus allowing people to feel even more comfortable about their pace. Each run will offer tips and techniques, from navigating your way to remaining sure-footed and confident on ever-changing surfaces. Your running adventures await.
All routes are fully risk assessed and the leaders carry first aid kits (and group shelters on the more remote runs). If people want to inject more pace into their guided run, they are welcome to do additional out and backs or the odd hill repeat but, unless the group pace dictates it, all guided runs are done at a sociable pace and there will be the odd photo stop, so please bear this in mind.
