About This Event

The Bullock Smithy Hike marks its 50th anniversary this year, a 56-mile non-stop walk or ultra marathon through the Peak District, held over the first full weekend of September. Participants are given up to 24 hours to complete the demanding route, which begins and ends in the Hazel Grove area of Greater Manchester. The course follows a mix of public footpaths, bridleways, and moorland tracks, winding through villages and open countryside. Entry details, including the fee, are listed on the event’s website, with the exact start venue confirmed closer to the date. Open to both walkers and runners, the event has been a firm fixture on the UK endurance calendar since the 1970s.

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Staying overnight?

Hotels within walking distance of Manchester.