Event Description

Can you take on the challenge of walking either 18km or 9km over the Malvern Hills?

The Mayor’s Peaks Challenge returns on 2 May 2026 in aid of Malvern Special Families.

Participants can opt for either a long walk of 18km or a shorter walk of 9km, with all walkers receiving a t-shirt and medal. Dogs are also welcome on the walk, and all dogs will receive a rosette and dog treat bag for completing the walk.

Booking

Save money with an early-bird ticket, available until midnight on 12 April (tickets are still available after this date) – purchase now through the Malvern Town Council website.

Event details

Long walk: Meet at 8am for registration (Rose Bank Gardens), with coaches leaving promptly at 8.30am. Walks start at 9am, with all walkers being back at the registration point by 5.30pm (after this time the finish line will no longer be manned).
Short walk: Meet for registration (Rose Bank Gardens), with transport details to be confirmed. Transport will be by coach or minibus shuttle to British Camp, with all walkers being back at the registration point by 5.30pm (after this time the finish line will no longer be manned).

Please be aware that all participants must complete a form to successfully register.

All participants must be confident that they are able to complete the full length of the walk.

All participants will receive an information pack with maps of the route prior to event day.

Responsible adults for all children under the age of 18 must be confident their child(ren) can finish the walk and the children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

If you require more information or have any questions, please contact the Malvern Town Council team on 01684 566667.

Saturday 2 May 2026

All Day

Rose Bank Gardens

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Location

Rose Bank Gardens

Belle Vue Terrace

Great Malvern

WR14 4PZ

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