Bleasdale Circle

Event overview

Bleasdale Circle by VÅGA is scheduled for 14 February 2026 at Bleasdale Parish Hall (PR3). The race is a fell event in the Bowland / NW Lancashire area with a minimum age of 18. Pre-entry is required; entry limits and fees apply. The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.

Course and conditions

The route is approximately 5 miles (8 km) with about 1,250 ft (381 m) of ascent and reaches a high point near 500 m. The course starts from the parish hall and crosses about 1,500 m of farmland, often muddy, before passing Bleasdale Circle and progressing toward Higher Fairsnape Farm. A farm-track climb of about 1,500 m leads to a fell gate, then a steep grassy climb with hidden rocks to Paddy’s Pole (control point 1). A cut-off time applies at Paddy’s Pole (55 minutes). Runners descend a mixed fell path, climb to Parlick (control point 2), then descend steep grassy ground with possible hidden rocks and reeds, rejoin farm tracks past Blindhurst Farm, and follow about 2 km of farmland and tracks back to the finish. The highest sections can be exposed with severe winter conditions such as strong winds, sub-zero temperatures, frozen ground, snow, or ice.

Requirements and facilities

Mandatory kit includes full waterproof body cover (top and bottoms), map and compass, whistle, hat and gloves. Kit checks take place at registration; without required kit a competitor will not be registered or permitted to race. Registration and hall entry require removal of muddy shoes. Parking is very limited and charged on arrival. Teams are permitted with the first four runners to count. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.