Pendle Fell Races

APR
3
2027
Experience a classic fell race in the South and West Pennines featuring a significant climb and a traditional entry on the day format starting from Barley Village Hall.
Sat 3 Apr 2027
7 kilometers

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Race Overview

The Pendle Fell Race is an AS category event located in the South/West Pennines region of England. The event takes place in the village of Barley, near Burnley, with the local Village Hall serving as the central venue for the day. The race covers a total distance of 7.3 km (4.5 miles) and involves a significant climb of 457 m (1499 ft) through the local terrain.

Course and Participation

The competition is open to runners who are at least 16 years of age. As a fell running event, it is classified with PM skills requirements. There are no junior categories or team competitions available for this race. Participants should be aware that the male course record was established in 2019 with a time of 00:30:19, while the female record was set in 2022 at 00:35:30.

Entry Information

Registration for this event is handled exclusively on the day of the race at Barley Village Hall, as there is no option for pre-entry. The fee for participation is £5.00 for members and £7.00 for non-members. The event is fully permitted and carries insurance from the Fell Runners Association (FRA) and UK Athletics.

Logistics

Attendees are asked to use car sharing where possible and to park with respect for the residents of Barley. From the designated parking areas, it may take up to 10 minutes to walk to the registration point at the venue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

7 km
Pendle Fell Race

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