Peak District Training Camp

Hills + Trails

Friday 17th - Sunday 19th August 2026

£400 per person.

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Peak District Trail Running Camp

April 2026 | Hathersage, Hope Valley

Ready to level up your trail running in one of the UK’s most breathtaking locations?

Join us this April for an unforgettable 3-day training camp in the heart of the Peak District. Based in the charming village of Hathersage, you’ll run through some of Britain’s most iconic trails — from the dramatic ridgelines of Stanage and Burbage Edges to the sweeping paths around Ladybower Reservoir.

This camp is for you if you’re:

Training for an ultra or trail race
Building confidence on technical terrain
Looking for expert guidance and new trail-running friends
In need of a spring reset packed with adventure and good food

What’s Included

✅ Daily guided runs – long efforts, technical trails, and runnable ridges
✅ Expert coaching – hands-on workshops and support from qualified coaches
✅ Nutrition advice – with in-house trail nutritionist Robbie Puddick
✅ All paces welcome – small group format with multiple run leaders
✅ Recharge time – soak in the outdoor Lido, enjoy catered meals, and wind down with a well-earned pub visit*

The Details

📍 Location: Thorpe Farm Bunkhouse, Hathersage
📅 Dates: April 2026 (exact dates TBC)
📏 Distance: Approx. 50km total over 3 days
🧭 Ability: Open to all levels — from first-time trail runners to experienced ultrarunners

💥 All-inclusive price covers:

3 days of guided runs and workshops
Bunkhouse accommodation
All meals at the bunkhouse (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
Coaching and training support
Navigation and safety sessions
Nutrition guidance from our in-house specialist

*Please note: the pub meal on Saturday evening is not included in the camp price.

Overview

Location: Thorpe Farm, Hathersage
Length: 3 days; approx. 50km
Ability Level: All welcome; no experience required

Day 1 – Arrival & Introduction

Midday: Arrive at Thorpe Farm for orientation and lunch
Afternoon: Guided 10–15km run through the beautiful Hope Valley; followed by a practical workshop on:

Race planning
Pacing strategies
Nutrition on the trails
Setting personal goals
Evening: Catered dinner and time to relax

Day 2 – Skills & Adventure

Morning: Indoor session on safety and navigation in the Peaks
Afternoon: Practical navigation exercise on the Edges; up to 3 hours (maps and compasses encouraged)
Optional: Refresh with a dip at the local open-air Lido
Evening: Dinner at a cosy local pub

Day 3 – The Long Run

A 25km supported run putting your new skills into practice; a celebration of all you've achieved over the weekend

What to Bring