Trigger Fell Race
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Trigger Fell Race : 11 January 2026
The event is a linear fell race that starts at Marsden Cricket Club and finishes in a field in Edale village. The route goes over Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder and includes 7 checkpoints, including 2 trig points. The course distance is 24 miles with 1650 m of climb. Each runner must visit every checkpoint in order. Runners need to be self-sufficient and must make their own transport arrangements to the start and from the finish. SPORTident will provide timing and split times for each leg. All profits from the race go to Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team. The event depends on the Snake Pass being open for traffic to access Snake Summit.
Entry, eligibility and kit
Entries use a pre-selection list system to allocate places; entering initially adds an applicant to the pre-selection list and no payment is taken at that stage. Entries open 14 October 2025 and close 19 December 2025. Minimum age is 18. Maximum entry is 250; places beyond that go on a waiting list. Entry fees listed are FRA Member £25.00 and Non Member £30.00. Previous experience of navigation and long-distance running is required. A full kit check will take place at registration; required items include a full waterproof jacket with hood and waterproof bottoms (both with taped seams), hat and gloves, map, compass, whistle, emergency food, fell-running shoes, long-sleeved top, head torch and an emergency survival bag (foil or plastic). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.