The Pendulum - North Middleton
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Event overview
The Pendulum 2026 is a fell race organised by Northern Fell Running Events Ltd on 22 March 2026 in Langleeford, United Kingdom. The course is 11 miles long with 3689 ft of total climb. Minimum age to enter is 18. Entries open 3 April 2025 and close 20 March 2026. The entry fee is £29. Prizes are awarded to the first three male and first three female finishers. The organiser will supply a GPX file of the route before race day.
Course and logistics
The route includes ascents of Hedgehope Hill and The Cheviot and has a marked water station at the halfway point. The event is timed, uses race bibs, and provides a finisher medal. Marshals will be present on the course and the event is supported by mountain rescue. There is a 3-hour cut-off to reach the halfway point (climb Cheviot and return); participants who meet this cut-off may continue to Hedgehope. Trail shoes, waterproofs, a whistle, hat and gloves are recommended. Parking in the valley is limited and event stalls operate cash only due to lack of mobile signal. The event may be postponed if snow or ice prevent access to the start location. Dogs are not permitted. Participants may be filmed or photographed; images may be used for promotional purposes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
