Beast of Bamford Fell Race

Bamford, United Kingdom • 15 Nov 2025

Beast of Bamford events

The Beast of Bamford and the Beastier of Bamford are fell races held around the village of Bamford in the Peak District. The shorter route is described as bat-shaped and runs anticlockwise around the Hope Valley skyline. Route features include Bamford Moor, Bamford Edge, Ladybower plug holes and Win Hill, with the finish at Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground during the village Christmas Market.

Both races are licensed by the Fell Runners Association (FRA) under UKA rules. Navigational skills are required for both courses and FRA Mandatory Minimum Kit must be carried; kit may be checked at the start or finish.

Race details

  • 15 km - 660 m ascent
  • 23 km - 1050 m ascent

Date: 15 November 2025.
Event HQ: Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground, S33 0DA.
Start point: Saltergate Lane, Bamford, S33 0BE (Grid Ref SK209827).
Free car parking at Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground, off Hope Road.
Capacity: 500. Minimum age: 18.
Entry fees listed from £13/£14 plus an admin fee, with higher on-the-day entry price. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

23 km
1050 m+
Beastier of Bamford Fell Race 23 Km
15 km
660 m+
Beast of Bamford Fell Race 15 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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