Settle Hills Race
Settle, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026
Settle Hills Fell Race
The Settle Hills Fell Race is a BM category fell race located in North Yorkshire. The event takes place in the limestone countryside surrounding the town of Settle and offers views of the 3 Peaks. For the 2026 edition, the race hosts the Yorkshire Senior and Under-23 Fell Running Championships.
The course covers a distance of 11.3 km (7 miles) with 600 m (1,640 ft) of total ascent. The route begins at the North Ribblesdale Rugby Club and features varied terrain.
- 11.3 km
The race starts with a steep uphill climb out of the town. Participants encounter rough ground above Attermire Scar before reaching the first checkpoint at Jubilee Cave. The path then transitions to fast paths followed by a climb up High Hill via flagged grassy trods. After reaching the summit of High Hill, there is a steep descent leading to the second checkpoint and a water station at a road crossing. The final section follows a bridleway and fields back to the rugby club.
The event permits participants aged 18 and older. Because the route traverses private land and areas where livestock may be present, dogs are not permitted on the course. The race is part of the Yorkshire Dales Classics series, which includes other local fell and mountain races. Facilities at the North Ribblesdale Rugby Club include refreshments for participants after the run. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.