On the Brink Skyline Fell Race
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On The Brink Skyline Fell Race
The race is scheduled for 7 November 2027. It is listed as a Category 'BM' fell race covering 12.5 km with 460 m of ascent. Entry is on the day for £5.00 and the minimum age is 18. There will be no junior races this year. A course map is provided by the organiser.
The course starts outside the old Mankinholes YHA, follows the lane opposite to the end, turns left and climbs to the Stoop on the Skyline. From the Stoop it follows the Pennine Way to the rain gauge, then drops to Gaddings reservoir. At Gaddings the route turns right before a steep descent to the old start outside the Shepherds Rest. The route continues to Stoodley Pike, descends to London Road, then climbs briefly to rejoin the outward route and finishes partway down the lane to Mankinholes. Total distance and ascent are 12.5 km and 460 m.
Race headquarters is The Top Brink Inn, Lumbutts, Todmorden OL14 6JB (OS grid SD956235, what3words hacksaw.unusually.spreading). Early arrivals may use the pub car parks; others will be directed to roadside parking by marshals. Do not block coned passing places on the road. Car sharing is encouraged.
Competitors must carry the kit specified by the Race Organiser to meet FRA minimum requirements. Required items may include waterproof body cover, hat, gloves and whistle; jacket and overpants must meet FRA standards. There will be kit checks at the start and finish and failure to carry the required kit may lead to disqualification and a disciplinary report to the FRA. The organiser does not guarantee that the specified kit will be sufficient for the conditions; competitors should assess conditions and their own experience before racing. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
