The Hallam Chase
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The Hallam Chase
The Hallam Chase is described as the oldest continuously run fell race in the world. It is an approximately 3.5 mile (5.7 km) handicapped fell race with about 860 feet (260 metres) of elevation gain. The event has been held since 1862 and takes place each Whit Tuesday.
The race is open to entrants over 18 only. The course includes two road crossings and crosses Rivelin Valley Road; for safety a short dog leg along the road was introduced, which has altered the course compared with some historical descriptions. These course changes make direct comparison with older records difficult.
Route details available from the event show the start at about 826 feet above sea level, a run over Den Bank to around 700 feet, a 50 foot descent to fields and a quarter way point at the footbridge over the River Rivelin at about 400 feet, the lowest part of the course after a descent of 426 feet. Runners then climb via Tofts Lane and up Church Street, crossing a 750 foot contour to reach Stannington Church at about 775 feet. The organisers publish a sketch of the course and an updated route drawn on an Ordnance Survey map; more modern GPS mappings are also available online.
The event has a long history of handicapping, with runners starting at different times based on expected performance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
