Ladybower Reservoir Trails 54K

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21K route: The Ladybower Reservoir 22K is a scenic trail half marathon set in the heart of the Peak District, taking runners on a clockwise loop around the iconic Ladybower Reservoir and surrounding hills. The route combines reservoir-side paths, forest tracks and rolling trails with a number of challenging climbs that reward runners with spectacular views across Ladybower, Derwent Reservoir and the Upper Derwent Valley. With a mix of runnable terrain, beautiful woodland sections and classic Peak District scenery throughout, this course offers an ideal balance of challenge and enjoyment, making it a memorable introduction to trail running in one of the UK's most picturesque national parks.

52K: The Ladybower Reservoir 52K is a scenic and challenging clockwise trail ultra starting and finishing at Hope Showground, taking runners through the heart of the Peak District around Bamford, Ladybower Reservoir and the Upper Derwent Valley. Covering 52.5 km with approximately 1,500 m of elevation gain, the route combines reservoir-side trails, woodland tracks, moorland paths and rolling hill sections, with much of the climbing coming in the early stages before opening into long, runnable stretches with spectacular views across Ladybower and Derwent Reservoirs. Offering a mix of rewarding climbs, flowing trails and iconic Peak District scenery, it is a highly runnable but demanding ultra that showcases some of the region’s most impressive landscapes.

Choose your challenge and enjoy clear waymarking, enthusiastic marshals, stocked aid stations, and a welcoming finish beside friends and family.

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