Chevy Chase

Chevy Chase (Wooler Running Club)

The 69th Chevy Chase takes place on Saturday 4 July 2026. Entries open on 1 February 2026 and are accepted online through sientries.co.uk. Entry is limited to 300 competitors; further entries are placed on a waiting list and filled if places become available. The event is affiliated to the Association of Running Clubs with permit number ARC/25/0060.

The race is a 20 mile route through upland terrain in Northumberland. The course reaches the summits of Cheviot (2676 ft / 815 m) and Hedgehope (2348 ft / 714 m). The route is unmarked; competitors must visit manned checkpoints in order and may choose their own line over tracks, footpaths, sheep paths and rough fell. Only a short section is on road. Low cloud is possible so navigation by map and compass is required; GPS alone is not acceptable.

Distances:

• 20 mile run
• Challenge walk on the same route with a 7 hour time limit

Competitors must carry specific kit. Required items include full waterproof whole-body cover, additional body cover such as hat, gloves and fleece, whistle, map of the route, compass and emergency food and drink. Random kit checks will take place and those without required equipment cannot start. A few maps may be available at registration.

The event centre and finish are at Wooler Youth Hostel, Cheviot Street NE71 6LW. Main parking is at the long-stay car park at the north end of the High Street, behind the church; limited 4x4 parking is available on a field up the hill. Competitors receive printed split times at the finish and may collect pre-ordered T-shirts; results can also be accessed via a QR code at the finish. There is an extensive prize list with male and female categories, age-group prizes, team prizes and local prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.