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Famous Grouse Fell Race

Name: Famous Grouse Fell Race
Start: 2026-11-29
End: 2026-11-29
Location: Birch Vale

Birch Vale, United Kingdom • 29 Nov 2026

Event

The Famous Grouse fell race is scheduled for Sun 29 Nov 2026 in the Peak District, England. Registration is at the Sycamore Inn, Sycamore Road, Birchvale, High Peak, SK22 1AB; the race start is a short walk from registration. The event is listed in category BS and has an age limit of 18+. Team entries and junior races are not included.

Course and records

The course distance is 8.4 km / 5.2 miles with a climb of 335 m / 1099 ft. Skill level is listed as PM. The event holds a permit and carries associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Recorded best times for the course are 00:33:10 (male record, 2005) and 00:38:40 (female record, 2013).

Entry

Pre-entry is not available. Entry on the day is permitted with fees of £4.00 for members and £5.00 for non-members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Birch Vale

Race information

Website Registration

8 km

8.4 Km / 5.2 Miles

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

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