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Five Trig Points

Delph, United Kingdom • 26 Sep 2026

Event overview

Five Trig Points is an autumn fell/trail event based at the Castleshaw Centre in Delph, Saddleworth. The course covers approximately 18–19 miles with about 3,000 ft of ascent and visits five local trig points around Delph. The event is run under UKA rules and is licensed with the Trail Running Association and the Fell Running Association. Entry fees shown for the listed year were £20 plus a £2 unaffiliated charge, with higher on-the-day entry if the limit was not reached.

Route, navigation and safety

The route follows footpaths and trails, including parts of the Pennine Way. The course is not marked; participants must navigate themselves to each checkpoint in the correct ascending order (checkpoints numbered 1 to 9). The organiser provides three manned checkpoints on the route offering snacks and drinks, and free soup and hot drinks at the finish. Full kit is required, including full waterproofs, map and compass, hat and gloves, spare clothing and food. The published route is a recommended line and competitors may make alternative choices so long as they remain on public rights of way, paths, tracks or roads. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Delph

Race information

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19 mi
3000 m+
Five Trig Points – 19 Miles
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