The Challenge covers just over 26 miles and the Ramble 15 miles, both almost entirely on footpaths and trails through the WhitePeak area of the Peak District.
The Challenge goesnorth along the Dovedale valley towards the limestone peaks of Chrome Hill and Parkhouse, then to Longnor. Turning south the walk climbs up onto the Staffordshire Moorlands before crossing the ManifoldValley and over into Wolfscote Dale before turning North back to Hartington.The walk is in the National Park with approximately 3966 feet of ascent.
The 15 mile Ramble uses part of the Challenge route and is for walkers only.
Both events are circular, starting and finishing at Hartington Village Hall