Trail running across spectacular landscapes, workshops and socialising with like-minded people, for the whole weekend!
Come and join us for our legendary weekender; spectacular running in the heart of the beautiful Peak District National Park. Back by popular demand after SIX successful years of "weekenders", we'll be staying on the edge of the famous Chatsworth Estate. You’ll be able to take part in a fell race, enjoy stunning guided trail runs (with the option to rike - a runners' hike) and a host of additional inspiring activities, all within a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
What's included
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Guided runs and rikes (runners' hike) taking in some of the best countryside in England
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Entry to Peak Running's Hob Hurst's Fell Race
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A range of inspiring activities throughout the weekend, including workshops, yoga for runners and talks, relating to running & lifestyle
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Fully catered accommodation at the wonderful Dukes Barn in the historic village of Beeley
(Run only and non-residential options are also available for those that don't require accommodation.)
The running and the riking
Kicking off on Friday evening, you'll have the option to take part in Peak Running's 5-mile Hob Hurst's Fell Race, or to run the route with a guide.
On Saturday and Sunday there will be two guided runs - with the option to rike - of around 14 miles (23km) and 10 miles (16km), enjoying the splendid scenery and dramatic landscapes of the Peaks, including open moorland, forest trails and country estates.
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What is a RIKE? A runners' hike! The pace will be steadier with more hiking than running and only running when the going is easy. The rike option for both of the guided events will also be a little shorter tan the run version.
All of the guided activities will start and finish at our base in Beeley. They will be led by our team of experienced trail and fell running guides - so you do not require navigational skills - and you don't need to be a fast runner or riker to keep up. We will split into smaller groups as necessary, with each group going at a pace that everyone can comfortably manage.
The accommodation
Our base for the weekend will be the Dukes Barn in the historic village of Beeley, North Derbyshire. Dukes is an exceptionally well equipped outdoor centre, with a large games room, cinema and outdoor activity areas. The location of the barn means that there are fantastic views of the surrounding hills.
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The sleeping arrangements at Dukes Barn will be dormitories with a mixture of bunk beds and single beds. Of course, if you'd prefer to stay elsewhere or are living close by, you can choose the "run-only" option when booking.
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The whole weekend will be fully catered and all food will be prepared on site from high quality and - where possible - locally sourced produce. Dietary requirements can be catered for.
Additional activities
Alongside the guided runs and Hob Hurst's Fell Race, we like to ensure that there is some spare time where you can relax, soak up the atmosphere and socialise with the likeminded people sharing the weekender.
Of course, we know that runners' tend be a high energy bunch and so every year we plan in some interesting activities for you to enjoy. Our Saturday nights have become known as the "Evening of Inspiration"; in previous years this has included talks by amazing people from the running community, film shows and discussions about topics such as nutrition and flexibility.
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In addition, there will be opportunity to take part in workshops during the weekend to learn something new or tune up on running-related skills. Previous workshops have included navigation skills and up-hill running technique.
In 2022 we enjoyed a runners' yoga session in the evening sunshine followed by relaxation (aka a nap!). After proving a hit with our aching hamstrings we're delighted that this will be on the itinerary again in 2023.
The investment and booking
To secure your place(s) on the legendary Weekender, select the package you require from the buttons above. Please note that if the Weekender is more than 6 months away you won't be able to select "next availability" and will need to move through the calendar manually to August and then select August 11th. From here, complete your details and pay the £50 deposit - which secures your place - and we'll be in touch with further details about how to pay the remainder of your balance.
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If you have any queries or would like to discuss any aspects of the weekend with us before booking, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@peakrunning.co.uk
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If you are a member of the Blinding Peakers and would like to use your accrued credits to pay for / or towards the cost of the Weekender, including the deposit, please get in touch with us for a coupon code prior to booking.
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Please note that by clicking "book" you are indicating that you agree to the Peak Running Terms & Conditions as well as the event specific Terms & Conditions, found here.
