Three Peaks Race

APR
25
2026
The Three Peaks Race is a classic fell run over the peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside, and Ingleborough. Participants can enter the full main race or a team relay option. Entries open in October for the April event.
19 kilometers 11 kilometers 8 kilometers

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Event Details

The Three Peaks Race is the 71st annual edition of this fell running event, supported by inov8. It is scheduled for 25 April 2026.

Race Formats

The event includes a Main Race and a Relay Race. The Relay Race is run over the same course as the Main Race, with teams of six runners divided into three legs.

  • Leg 1: Horton to Ribblehead via Pen-y-ghent Summit, distance 19.4 km, ascent 660 m.
  • Leg 2: Ribblehead to Chapel-le-Dale via Whernside Summit, distance 8.4 km, ascent 470 m.
  • Leg 3: Chapel-le-Dale to Horton via Ingleborough Summit, distance 11.2 km, ascent 466 m.

Entry Information

Entries for the 2026 race open on 26 October 2025. The entry fee for the Main Race is £42.00, or £38.00 for members of the Fell Runners Association (FRA). For the Relay Race, the fee is £150.00 per team. There are no refunds, transfers, or deferrals under normal circumstances. In case of race cancellation, up to 50% of the entry fee may be refunded.

Additional Information

The Three Peaks Race is part of the World Mountain Running Ranking and is a UTMB Index Race. Junior races are also planned, with details to be announced separately. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

19 km
Leg 1
11 km
Leg 3
8 km
Leg 2