Beater Clough Fell Race

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MAR
21
2026
Experience a category AM fell race featuring steep climbs and rough descents over a flagged 10.9 km course. This event requires full safety kit and offers team prizes for men and women finishing in the hills near Portsmouth Village.
11 kilometers

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Beater Clough Fell Race

The Beater Clough Fell Race is a category AM event that traverses a course of 10.9 km with an accumulated ascent of 610 m. The route is characterized by steep, rough climbs and descents. For the safety of participants, the course is flagged to assist with navigation across the terrain.

Participants are required to carry full FRA kit for the duration of the event. This mandatory equipment includes a waterproof jacket with a hood, waterproof trousers, a hat, gloves, a compass, a whistle, a map, and emergency food. The race is open to individuals aged 18 or older.

Race headquarters is located at a lay-by approximately half a mile northwest of Portsmouth Village on the A646 road, situated between Todmorden and Burnley. Water is provided for participants at the finish line once they complete the course.

The event includes a competitive team element, with prizes awarded based on the performance of three counting runners for both men's and women's teams. Course records for this specific route are currently held at 00:54:05 for men and 01:05:29 for women. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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