Hartsop Hop

Hartsop Hop

The event is the second edition of the Hartsop Hop, a fell race around Hartsop in Patterdale, Cumbria. The course measures 19.5 km (12.15 miles) with 1370 m (4495 ft) of ascent and is described as deceptively tough; poor line choices can increase difficulty and may change the route classification.

The route starts from the sheep pens above Hartsop. Rest Dodd is the first checkpoint and the route to it is left to competitors to choose. CP2 lies northeast of Rampsgill Head on the col beneath High Raise and must be reached within 70 minutes. Marshals may direct competitors to retire; in that case the prescribed return route is the path north of The Knott then down by Hayeswater.

A fast descent follows to Kidsty Howes with rocky outcrops that can affect positions, then a steep drop to Haweswater and a short climb to The Rigg at CP3. The course includes a stony path above Haweswater, the climb up Nan Bield Pass, and Lingmell End as CP4. CP5 is on Gray Crag. The final descent is steep and requires care; some competitors may prefer the path that skirts the outcrops around 500 m. The finish returns to the sheep pens.

Entries opened 3 November 2025 and close 20 August 2026. Minimum age is 18. The stated entry fee is £13 and entries were recorded at 17 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.