Thurlstone Chase

Thurlstone, United Kingdom • 9 Jul 2026

Thurlstone Chase : Thu 9 Jul 2026

The Thurlstone Chase is a BS-category fell race held in Thurlstone, South Yorkshire, within the Peak District. The race is run under a Fell Runners Association permit with associated UK Athletics insurance. The course is an undulating single lap of approximately 6.4 km (about 4 miles) and is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Registration and the race HQ are on the gala/football field at Thurlstone. The event has an entry limit of 150. Entry options include pre-entry and entry on the day; the standard entry fee listed is £6.00 for both affiliated and unaffiliated runners. Minimum age to enter is 16 on the day.

Prizes are awarded to the first three men and first three women overall, followed by first finishers in five-year age categories starting at MV40 and FV40. A cash prize of £25 is offered for breaking the current course records. The current course records (set in 2025) are 25:04 for men and 26:56 for women.

Facilities at the race HQ are minimal: there are no water stations, distance markers, toilets, changing rooms, showers, or baggage storage. The event is organised by Penistone Footpath Runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

6 km
6.4 Kilometres
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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