Chevy Chase
Wooler, United Kingdom • 4 Jul 2026
Chevy Chase
The Chevy Chase is the Wooler Running Club’s long established fell event, scheduled for Saturday 4 July 2026 and marked as the 69th running. Entries open on Sunday 1 February 2025 and the field is limited to 300 competitors, with a waiting list used if the limit is reached. The event is affiliated to the Association of Running Clubs with permit number ARC/25/0060.
The course is a 20-mile route through upland Northumberland. It includes summit crossings of Cheviot at 2676 feet / 815 m and Hedgehope at 2348 feet / 714 m. Most of the route follows tracks, footpaths, sheep paths and rough fell, with only a short section on road. The route is unmarked; competitors must visit manned checkpoints in the correct order and must be able to navigate by map and compass. GPS alone is not acceptable.
A non-competitive Challenge Walk follows the same route under a seven hour time limit; walkers have times recorded at checkpoints and may purchase a T-shirt. Running is not permitted within the walk category; those who intend to run should enter the run.
Competitors must carry required kit and be prepared for variable summer weather. Mandatory items include full waterproof whole-body cover, additional warm clothing such as hat gloves and fleece, a whistle, map and compass, and emergency food and drink. Random kit checks take place at start and finish. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.