Flower Scar Fell Race
Todmorden, United Kingdom • 21 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Flower Scar Fell Race takes place on 21 February 2026 in the South/West Pennines, starting close to Todmorden town centre with race headquarters at Todmorden Cricket Club, Centre Vale, OL14 7BS. The route covers approximately 13.3 km with about 660 m of ascent and includes steep climbs, rough moor and fast paths. The race is held under FRA rules in category AM. Teams are allowed, with separate male and female team prizes based on the top three counters.
Entry, access and rules
Pre-entry is required; entries open via SiEntries in November 2025 and there is no entry on the day. Entry fees are £10 for FRA members and £12 for non-members. Minimum age is 18 and there are no junior races. There is a cutoff at CP1 set at 50 minutes from the start; runners who cannot meet this time will be asked to return to race HQ. The event holds a permit with associated UK Athletics insurance through the FRA.
A strict no kit - no run policy applies. Mandatory kit includes waterproof jacket and waterproof trousers with taped seams, hat (a Buff is not accepted), gloves, map and compass, whistle and emergency food. Race HQ is under 10 minutes walk from Todmorden railway station; parking is available at the Cricket Club and on surrounding streets. Course records stand at 1:00:41 (male, 2024) and 1:08:10 (female, 2024). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.