Bleaklow Blitz

Glossop, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026

Bleaklow Blitz

Bleaklow Blitz is a category AM fell race on 26 April 2026 organised by Start2Jog Running Club. The event is based at Torside Car Park and the route starts near Torside Reservoir.

The course distance is 12.9 km / 8 miles with total ascent of 452 m / 1483 ft. The route follows the Pennine Way up to Bleaklow Head, makes a loop, and then returns along 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. The minimum age to enter is 18. At the time of this listing there are 6 participants entered.

Course records are 01:00:40 for the fastest male time set in 2022 and 01:10:46 for the fastest female time set in 2025. The event has published terms and a cancellation and refund policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 km
12.9 Km
8 mi
8 Miles
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