Blackstone Edge Fell Race
Littleborough, United Kingdom • 18 Apr 2026
Blackstone Edge Fell Race
The Blackstone Edge Fell Race is a classic AS category fell race located in the South Pennines. Now hosted by the Todmorden Harriers, the event takes place on a route that has remained unchanged since its inception in 1983. The course covers a distance of 5.6 km with an ascent of 366 m, traversing varied terrain including the Pennine Way and a Roman Old Road.
The route is noted for its fast sections and rough ground, including a permanent bog area. Participants visit the prominent Blackstone Edge Trig point as part of the loop. The event is recognized as a counter in the FRA English Championship (short) for 2026 and serves as the first race in the Todmorden Harriers’ Summer Series. This series also includes That’s so Hebden Bridge, Stoodley Pike, and Crow Hill Reverse.
Registration for the event is managed through pre-entries only, with no entries accepted on the day of the race. The minimum age for competition is 16 years. All participants must follow the kit requirements as specified by FRA rules. The race headquarters is situated at Knowl Farm, Blackstone Edge Old Road in Littleborough. Due to the landscape and the nature of the course, there are no junior races associated with this event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.