Peak Forest Fell Race

JUL
12
2026
Tackle the classic Peak Forest Fell Race in the Peak District, a tough 9.7 km course with 247 m of climb across rugged moorland. Well marshalled, the race finishes in the village with hot drinks and cakes.
10 kilometers

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Event overview

The Peak Forest Fell Race is held on Sun 12 Jul 2026 in Peak Forest, Peak District, England. The course distance is 9.7 km (6 miles) with 247 m (810 ft) of climb. The venue is the former Peak Forest Village Store, Church Lane, Peak Forest, SK17 8EL (grid reference SK115795). The event category is BS and the minimum age is 18. The race has a permit and UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.

Entries and logistics

Pre-entry is available with a fee of £8.00; registrations are handled online via SiEntries and at Peak Forest Reading Room, SK17 8EF. Entry on the day is allowed for £10.00, with on-the-day registration at Peak Forest Reading Room. Entries open 4 Nov 2025 and close 10 Jul 2026. Free car parking is available on the village recreation ground and will be signposted.

Route, support and records

The route is marked at key points and marshals are present. Hot drinks and cakes are available after the race. Teams are not allowed and there are no junior races. Recorded best times for the event are 00:35:42 (men, 1987) and 00:42:15 (women, 1994). What3words location for the event area is germinate.master.failed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.