Cronkley Fell Race
Middleton-in-Teesdale, United Kingdom • 12 Sep 2026
Cronkley Fell Race
The Cronkley Fell Race is a BM category fell running event covering a distance of 17.1 km with over 560 meters of climbing. Located in the Upper Teesdale area, the course follows an out and back route that runs parallel to the River Tees. The event begins and finishes in the hamlet of Holwick at Low Way Farm.
The terrain involves a mixture of road, track, and open fell. The first section follows the road from the Farmhouse Kitchen toward a track before heading onto the fell. After an undulating 6 km stretch, runners descend to an island in the River Tees, which serves as the turnaround point for the return journey to Holwick.
Participants must be at least 18 years old and possess experience in fell running. Because parts of the fell section do not have established paths and no portion of the course is flagged, competent navigation skills are necessary. Runners are required to carry specific safety equipment, including:
- Map and compass
- Whistle
- Waterproof top with taped seams and integral hood
- Waterproof bottoms with taped seams
- Hat and gloves
Registration takes place at the Farmhouse Kitchen Cafe at Low Way Farm. Entry fees include a chip buttie and a hot drink (tea or coffee) provided by the venue after the race. Parking is available on-site under the direction of event marshals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.