David Staff Memorial Race
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David Staff Memorial Race, 15 November 2026
The David Staff Memorial Race is a fell event held in Sunnyhurst Woods, Darwen (start/registration at The Kiosk). The course is categorised AS and is 6 km long with 305 m of total climb. Minimum age for entry is 14 years.
Entries are taken online via SIS Entries; there are no on-the-day entries. Entry fees are £7.50 for FRA members and £8.50 for non-members. Registration takes place at The Kiosk.
The route starts on the main path opposite The Kiosk, turns left at the bandstand and leaves the wood via the Lychgate carpark next to The Sunnyhurst pub. The route follows the familiar path up to Darwen Tower and continues around the moors. The descent returns via the same route down into the woods by the pub, with the finish at the traditional point by the bandstand. Funds raised support Cardiac Risk in the Young and are used to provide heart screening in the young. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
