Komoot Hiking Rally

🌄 Komoot Hiking Rally 2.0 – Pennine Way 60th Anniversary Edition
Join us to celebrate 60 years of the legendary Pennine Way with a two-day, 50 km hiking adventure from Edale to Marsden. This community rally brings together hikers of all levels for a weekend of trails, campfire talks, and a finisher’s party to remember.
Across two days, you’ll hike through stunning Peak District landscapes, camp under the stars, and connect with like-minded adventurers. Expect challenging but rewarding days on the trail, shared meals, and a welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere.

Ticket Link https://www.eventbrite.com/e/komoot-hiking-rally-20-tickets-1657247605199?aff=oddtdtcreator

📅 Dates: Friday 19th – Sunday 21st September 2025
🥾 Distance: 32.4 miles (18.5 mi on Day 1, 14.2 mi on Day 2)
⛺ Camping: Edale Newfold Farm(Fri), Tintwistle Crossgate Farm (Sat)
🍹 Finisher’s Party: Sunday evening at Peel Street Social, Marsden
Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or joining one of our beginner-friendly groups, this is your chance to experience the Pennine Way in a unique and social way.
💰 Cost: £30 to cover campsites for 2 nights

For more info see below:

Important Information:
🗓️ Hiking Rally dates: Friday 19th - Sunday 21st September 2025
⛰️ Start: Edale, Peak District UK
⛰️ End: Marsden, Peak District UK
➡️ Distance (estimate) ~ Total 32.4 mi - Day 1: 18.5 miles / Day 2: 14.2 miles
⬆️ Elevation (estimate) ~ Total 4,400 ft - Day 1: 2,175 ft / Day 2: 1,825 ft
🌳Terrain ~ Majority of the route is on the Pennine Way with a small section on the Trans Pennine Trail and finishing on a section of the Kirklees Way.
🌯 Welcome gathering and campfire talks: Friday 21st September 2025 campsite open from 3pm, pizza from 5pm and talks start at 7pm
⛺Friday Night Camping: Newfold Farm Campsite Edale
🥾 Start hiking: Saturday morning, 20th September 2025
⛺Saturday Night Camping: Crossgate Farm Campsite, Tintwistle
🍹 Finisher party: Sunday 21st September 2025 in Marsden at Peel Street Social from 4pm onwards
🚂 We recommend train travel but you can park in Edale and get a mini bus transfer back after the event

⭐️ To check out the route see the collection here https://www.komoot.com/collection/2776248
⭐️ To watch the video from last year https://youtu.be/dnMtwpf2TYo?si=YBQLSevbdi2AdjqR

‼️ FAQs:

🏳️‍🌈 Is the event LGBTQ+ friendly
Yes! Everyone is welcome and we have a strict no tolerance on bad behaviour policy
Can I bring a friend:
No unfortunately due to limited space they will need to apply through the ballot
How much does it cost:
The event is a nominal fee of £30 which covers the campsite fees and avoids too many drop outs compared to if it was free
Can I bring my dog:
Sadly not on this occasion because some of the event will be in a marquee and the finishers party in a bar
Can I come on saturday morning:
You need to be there Friday evening to check in, meet people and be ready to start the event Saturday morning with everyone.
Is the event beginner friendly:
There will be an option to join a beginner/party pace guided group and for more intermediate/advanced levels as well
The route is challenging with 2 big hill days of 18.5 miles on day 1 and 14.2 miles on day 2. Please have a look at the route and make a decision based on your fitness and experience level. https://www.komoot.com/collection/2776248
I would love to come but feel nervous, is this event for me:
Yes 100%! The komoot community is a super friendly and inclusive space. We will be hosting workshops and have a group chat so you can get to know people before the event. Friday night will be our gathering and campfire talks and we will make sure you are walking with a group of evenly matched hikers so please don’t let this put you off!
Can I come along and walk on my own:
Yes you are welcome to come along and navigate yourself and walk on your own
I don't want to walk on my own:
This is fine we will put you into either self guided groups when you arrive friday or you can walk with a guided group led by a qualified guide. There will be beginner and intermediate groups available
Do I have to take part in both days:
Yes, we ask that if you get a ticket and attend you hike both days to get the full expeirnece of the event
Can I park on site:
We will encourage car sharing/public transport but there is parking available on site at Newfold Farm for £10 for the weekend
How do I get back from Marsden
You can get the train home directly from Marsden train station sunday afternoon with trains running until the evening. You could also arrange a lift after the finishers party for around 6pm.
Alternatively if you parked in Edale you can use our subsidised mini bus for £10 which will take you back to your car.
Are there showers and toilets:
Yes there are showers and toilets at both campsites
Do I have to hike with my camping kit?
No we have an optional bag drop so we can transport it to the second campsite and then to the finish so you just have to carry your day pack and essentails. The only rule is we will only take 1 big bag of your things and everything has to be inside the bag. No shoes hanging off or loose water bottles and carrier bags!
What food can we eat?
Friday night there is pizza available for £10 which is pre booked
Saturday - bring your own lunch for on the trail and there will be a meal available for £12 at the campsite
Sunday - breakfast sandwich can be bought at the campsite for £5 and pre ordered, lunch bag can be provided by the campsite for £5 and you can buy food at Peel Street Social at the finishers party
** Vegan, vegetarian and GF options can be made available
** You can BYO food all weekend and cook yourself if you don't want to buy it
What about tea and coffee?
Saturday morning we will have hot water available just bring your own tea and coffee. Sunday you can buy tea and coffee with breakfast or there will be some hot water available
Will it be photographed?
Yes we will be taking photos throughout the weekend and shared with everyone after. By attending, you agree to sign a photo release form upon check-in, granting permission for Komoot and partners to use event images and video for promotional purposes. We understand that not everyone wants to be the focus of a full headshot or close-up, and our team will be considerate of this. If you’d prefer not to feature prominently in photos, just let us know on the day and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

❓ I have another question: For those that are successful we will send more info out but if you have a burning question that is stopping you from applying please email community@komoot.de