Pen-Y-Ghent Fell Race

The Pen-y-Ghent Fell Race, held in Horton in Ribblesdale, Yorkshire, is a challenging mountain course covering 12.2 km (7.6 miles) with 500 meters (1640 feet) of climbing. The race features a steep scramble to the summit of Pen-y-Ghent, followed by a flagged descent along the Pennine Way and 3 Peaks Path, passing through scenic points like Whitber Hill and Jackdaw Hill before returning to the playing fields. It hosts prestigious events such as the Inter-Counties Mountain Race and British Mountain Running Championships and serves as the English team selection for the Snowdon Race.

The race is run under Fell Running Association rules, with mandatory safety kit and support from marshals along the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.