Heptonstall Fell Race
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About the race
The Heptonstall Fell Race is a Category BL event held around Heptonstall in the upper Calder Valley. The route covers 25 kilometres and passes through steep sided wooded valleys, upland pasture and pathless moorland. Runners encounter grassy slopes, stretches of bog, thick heather and dense woodland as the course crosses open countryside in the South Pennines.
The race starts on the village ancient cobbled main street with registration based in the adjacent church. Race entry includes tea and flapjacks at the finish and an authentic Thai curry at the village pub prize giving. Parking is provided in a nearby field at postcode HX7 7EU for a small fee, with proceeds donated to local groups.
The event is organised as a not for profit community race and donates proceeds to local organisations including Scouts, Guides, Church groups, Mountain Rescue and CROWs. Entrants must be 18 or older on the day of the event. FRA rules apply and full FRA kit is required, including full waterproof body cover, hat, gloves, map, compass, whistle and emergency food. Entries open on 9 January 2027 and close on 19 March 2027. The published entry fee is £15.00. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
