Eyam Fell Race

Eyam Fell Race sponsored by The Barrel

The Eyam Fell Race takes place on 1 September 2026 in the village of Eyam. It is a 10 km fell race that starts and finishes in the village and uses open moorland, hill and wooded terrain around Sir William Hill and Abney Moor.

Course details include an initial climb out of Eyam up to Sir William Hill, a section past the Barrel Inn and a stretch over Abney Moor with a notable viewpoint of the Peak District. Runners descend through Abney Moor with a tight switchback, climb again through heather toward Sir William Hill and follow a steep wooded section back into Eyam. The route is marshalled in places.

Distances

• 10 km fell race starting and finishing in Eyam
• 3 km junior race for ages 11 to 16 with on-day entry

The main race has a minimum age of 17 on the day and an entry fee of £8. Anyone under 18 must have fell running experience over similar distances. The event notes limited entry numbers and features prizes provided in part by the Barrel Inn at Bretton, plus a post-race barbecue and a bar in the courtyard. A junior race of about 3 km is run for ages 11 to 16, costs £2 on the day, includes a steep ascent with steps and a steep descent, and is marshalled; shoes with good grip are advised. Prizes are awarded by age category and for first local. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.