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Cragg Vale

Name: Cragg Vale
Start: 2025-06-25
End: 2025-06-25
Location: Cragg Vale

Cragg Vale, United Kingdom • 25 Jun 2025

The Cragg Vale race, organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, is a popular evening fell running event held in the village of Cragg Vale near Cragg Vale Church. The course covers approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) with an ascent of 800 feet (244 meters), offering a challenging yet scenic route. The race fosters a vibrant community atmosphere with refreshments and local Little Valley Brewery beer available. It is licensed under FRA and UKA rules, requiring mandatory safety kit depending on weather conditions. Open to runners aged 14 and over, all race profits support Cragg Vale Church, making it a well-loved local sporting occasion. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Cragg Vale

Race information

Website

6 km

244 m+

4 Miles (6.4km)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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