Montane Summer Spine

Sprint South

The Pennine Way

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A non-stop, 46 mile race along the iconic Pennine Way.

The Montane Summer Spine Sprint South is a non-stop, 46 mile race along the Pennine Way from Edale to Hebden Bridge with a time limit of 18 hours. This is a challenge that will give you a taste of what it takes to move on to the Challenger and full Spine races. From appearances alone 18 hours sounds ample time to complete the distance, however, this challenging and technical section of the Pennine Way is a physically and psychologically demanding route that demands concentration, good physical fitness, resolve and respect. We expect you to travel with a degree of self-sufficiency and skill which sets this race apart from others.

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Race Details

  • Start: Edale, Derbyshire, UK 
  • Start Time: 12:00 noon June 13th 2026
  • Distance: 46 miles
  • Time Limit: 18 hours
  • Finish: Hebden Bridge, North Yorkshire
  • Finish Time: 06:00 June 14th 2026
  • Daytime Temperature: 5°C / 25°C
  • Night-time Temperature: 0°C / 10°C 
  • Total Ascent: 2017 metres
  • Total Descent: 2033 metres
  • Daylight Hours in June: 19 hours
  • Places Available: 100

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Testimonials

Hannah Slater

I've followed the race since John Kelly did it and I've always wanted to take part. It's really great to have achieved the win. It's what I set out to do and I'm really proud.

Montane Summer Spine Sprint Female Winner 2022
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Testimonials

Renee McGregor

There are some dark moments out there. It's a tough day out but I was aware of that. The scenery is phenomenal. There are moments when you have to stop and absorb where you are. It's a beautiful race.

Montane Summer Spine Sprint Female Podium 2022
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Race FAQs

This isn’t a beginner friendly race. We want you to be safe out there and experience of similar challenges will make you safer.

Firstly, you must be aged 21 years or over at the time of the race.

If you have completed a marathon or an ultra marathon, then this will qualify you for the race.

If you don’t meet these criteria, your experience can be drawn from other events. Adventure races, orienteering events or fell races are looked upon favourably. The more a challenge features mountainous terrain and elements of navigation the better.

If you feel you have skills or experience not mentioned here, include it in your entry form. We are also very happy to advise those who feel they don’t yet have the experience level required on what races, challenges or experiences they could do to gain entry.

Payment schedule

To secure your place in the race, you will need to make your payment of £150. This includes a non-refundable deposit of £60.

You can use your debit or credit card to make your payments online. Stripe Payments handles the steps between you providing your card information and learning that the payment has been accepted. Some of the world’s largest companies, including Amazon and Shopify, use Stripe.

Payment on entry

Pay £150 to secure your place.

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