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Pilgrims Cross Fell Race

Name: Pilgrims Cross Fell Race
Start: 2026-08-19
End: 2026-08-19
Location: Helmshore

Helmshore, United Kingdom • 19 Aug 2026

Event

The Pilgrims Cross Fell Race is a fell running event in the West Pennine Moors, England. The course distance is 10.7 km (6.6 miles) with 390 m (1,280 ft) of climb. The venue is Sunnybank Social Club, Hemshore Road, Helmshore, Rossendale, Lancashire (grid reference 782 209). The race is listed in category BM with skills category PM. The course has used a new route since 2022. Minimum age for entry is 18.

Entry and other details

Entry is on the day only; pre-entry is not available. The on-the-day fee is £5. Teams are permitted with three to count. The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. This race is the third in the Rossendale Sportsshoes midweek series. Participants should be prepared to carry or wear full body cover in case of bad weather on the night.

Male record time: 00:41:32 (2022).
Female record time: 00:47:06 (2024). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Helmshore

Race information

Website

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

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