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Beast of Bamford Fell Race

Name: Beast of Bamford Fell Race
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Bamford

Bamford, United Kingdom • 14 Nov 2026

Beastier of Bamford Fell Race

The Beastier of Bamford is a single fell race held in Bamford in the Peak District, England. The course covers 23 km (about 14.3 miles) with approximately 1050 m (3445 ft) of ascent. The event carries a Permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the Fell Runners Association.

The race starts from Saltergate Lane, Bamford, S33 0BE, Grid Ref SK209827. Race registration and event facilities are based at Bamford Institute, Main Road, Bamford, S33 0DY. Free parking is provided at Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground, Station Road, Bamford, S33 0DA.

Entry is available in advance and on the day. Pre-entry fees are listed separately for members and non-members, and there is a day-entry fee. The minimum age for entry is 18. Teams are not permitted and there are no junior races.

Competitors must carry the FRA Mandatory Minimum Kit; kit may be checked at the start or at the finish. The organiser operates under a permit and holds the specified insurance cover. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Bamford

Race information

Website Registration

23 km

23 Km / 14.3 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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