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Pennine 39 - 2025

Having run for around 10 years, the consensus is that the route is in fact only 37 miles, but we like the name so it's staying as Pennine 39.

Event Date

28 June 2025

Description

This route is all about wild trails, far horizons and majestic scenery. Following what is arguably the most stunning section of the Pennine Way the Pennine 39 is a tough day out with a relaxed and sociable event atmosphere.

This NAV4 Adventure mountain trail event is designed for runners and competent walkers. It follows an amazingly diverse, challenging 37 mile route through an iconic region. This is a self navigated event but don’t be intimidated. While the trails are wild and remote, the navigation is mainly easy. The route follows the official Pennine Way and all route choices are designated by a total of nine permanent Pennine Way markers. If still in doubt, fear not… we’ll be hosting a recce or two of the wildest section, the Crossfell traverse, in the Spring so keep an eye on social media for updates.

Route

The route follows a classic section of The Pennine Way, through the Cumbrian / Durham Pennines. From Bowlees you pass Low Force and High Force waterfalls on glorious Mid-Teesdale riverside paths. Next comes the amazing cascade of Cauldron’s Snout followed by the high, remote and stark Cow Green Reservoir, marking the start of the traverse through to the magnificent geological feature of High Cup Nick. This is quite simply an awesome slice out of the landscape leading in turn to a steady descent to the Dufton Checkpoint. The climb to Old Man Knock follows, before a traverse over Great Dun Fell and Crossfell, the highest point of England outside of the Lake District. A checkpoint at the iconic ‘Greg’s Hut is a welcome sight before a long descent to Garrigill. Riverside paths to the finish at Alston complete an amazing day.