Bleaklow Blitz

APR

26

2026

Take on the Bleaklow Blitz, an 8 mile fell race from Torside Reservoir up the Pennine Way to Bleaklow Head and back. Expect wild moorland, stiff climbs and a fast descent for a classic spring challenge.

Sun 26 Apr 2026

Glossop, East Midlands (England)

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8 miles 13 kilometers

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Bleaklow Blitz

Bleaklow Blitz is scheduled for 26 April 2026. The event is organised by Start2Jog Running Club and is based at Torside Car Park. It is listed as a Category AM fell race. The minimum age to enter is 18 or older.

Course, entries and records

The course distance is 12.9 km / 8 miles with total climb 452 m / 1483 ft. The route starts at Torside Reservoir, follows the Pennine Way up to Bleaklow Head, completes a loop and then returns along the Pennine Way. Entries opened on 28 November 2025 and close on 19 April 2026. Entry fees are listed as FRA Member £8.00 and Non Member £9.00. The entry list shows 1 participant so far. Course records are given as male 01:00:40 (2022) and female 01:10:46 (2025). The event location what3words reference is between.pacemaker.equity. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.