Save the date: Friday 11 September 2026
Our flagship event in 2026 is called Earth, Mynd and Shire and will lead us all to the county of Shropshire, in the West Midlands.
As was the case with our Peak Pursuit event in 2025, Earth, Mynd and Shire will offer a variety of routes, which will range in distance from 8.5 miles to 26 miles. (But don’t let a distance fool you! All our routes are challenging and offer significant levels of ascent.)
The landscape of Long Mynd – which is where the routes will take you through – changes as you walk. On higher ground and on a clear day, you will be able to cast your eye over Welsh mountains and valleys.
By contrast, the steep slopes of Carding Mill Valley will give you dramatic scenery, as well as the chance to explore waterfalls and rocky outcrops.
Every route will take you along Pole Bank, which – at 516 meters – is Long Mynd’s highest point.
Choose your route
| Route | No. of miles | No. of km | Ascent (feet) | Ascent (metres) | Equivalent to… | Choose this route if… |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange | 26 | 41 | 5130 | 1564 | 434 flights of stairs.
Yorkshire 3 peaks plus 3 miles |
You can comfortably walk more than 15 miles (at a 20 minute mile pace) |
| Blue | 21.5 | 34 | 3771 | 1149 | 319 flights of stairs.
Snowdon and 14 extra miles |
You can comfortably walk more than 12 miles (at a 20 minute mile pace) |
| Green | 16 | 25 | 3221 | 982 | 273 flights of stairs.
Scafell pike and 10 extra miles. |
You can comfortably walk more than 8 miles (at a 20-25 minute mile pace) |
| Red | 8.5 | 13 | 1704 | 519 | 144 flights of stairs.
Pen-Y-Ghent. |
You’re a novice – you’re in it for the challenge! |
You can access the GPX files online
David Connors, who created the routes, says this: ‘Although the elevation within this challenge is slightly less than Peak Pursuit, don’t let that fool you. The sharp inclines mean that this challenge feels significantly more difficult. So make sure you start training today, not tomorrow!‘
Please note that the routes may be subject to minor changes, as they are further reviewed by our organisers and local partners. We will keep this webpage updated.