The Cake Race
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Event details
The Cake Race takes place on Sat 2 May 2026 in Diggle, England. The venue is the Diggle Hotel. The event is listed in the South/West Pennines region and has category BM. Minimum age is 18. Skills listed are PM and LK. Grid reference: SE 00720794.
Course and race rules
The course is a fell race that goes over the Pennines and back. Distance is 16 km / 9.9 miles with a climb of 518 m / 1699 ft. The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Competitors may be required to carry full FRA kit; requirements will be notified on the day. The organiser states that runners without required kit will not be allowed to race.
Entry and fees
Pre-entry is available. Pre-entry fees are £8.00 for members and £10.00 for non-members. Entry on the day is possible if the race is not full; on-the-day fees are £10.00 for members and £12.00 for non-members. A £5.00 entry discount applies if a competitor commits to bringing a home-baked cake.
Teams and records
Teams are allowed and there are team prizes for top men's and top women's teams. Recorded course times listed are 00:59:23 (male, 2006) and 01:11:25 (female, 2006). Junior races are not held for this event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
