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Blackstone Edge Fell Race

Name: Blackstone Edge Fell Race
Start: 2025-05-20
End: 2025-05-20
Location: Littleborough

Littleborough, United Kingdom • 20 May 2025

The Blackstone Edge Fell Race is a classic fell race organized by Todmorden Harriers, originally established by Kev Shand in 1983. This challenging race, categorized as AS, covers a distance of 5.6 km with an elevation gain of 366 meters, featuring rough terrain and the iconic Blackstone Edge Trig point. The event has maintained its traditional route over the years, thanks to supportive local landowners. It has been included in the British and English Fell Championships, highlighting its prestige. The race is open to participants aged 16 and above, with entries available on the day of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Littleborough

Race information

Website

5 km

366 m+

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

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