Bleaklow Blitz

Glossop, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026

Bleaklow Blitz : event facts

Bleaklow Blitz takes place on 26 April 2026 and is organised by Start2Jog Running Club. The event is a Category AM fell race starting at Torside Car Park. The course distance is 12.9 km (8 miles) with 452 m (1483 ft) of climb. Minimum age for entry is 18 or older. Course records are 01:00:40 (male, 2022) and 01:10:46 (female, 2025).

Course, entries and fees

The route starts at Torside Reservoir, follows the Pennine Way up to Bleaklow Head, makes a loop and then returns down the Pennine Way. Entries open on 28 November 2025 and close on 19 April 2026. Entry fees are listed as FRA member £8.00 and non member £9.00. To enter, competitors must log in or register with SiEntries. The event location is Torside Car Park (what3words: between.pacemaker.equity). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 km
12.9 Km / 8 Miles
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