Trigger Fell Race

JAN
10
2027
A 33 km fell race from Marsden to Edale across Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder with 1650 m climb; pre entry only, FRA permit and kit required.
33 kilometers

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Trigger Fell Race

The Trigger Fell Race is a long, linear fell running event in the Peak District. The course runs from Marsden to Edale and crosses Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder. The advertised distance is 33 km / 20.5 miles with 1650 m / 5413 ft of climb. The start venue is Marsden Cricket Club, Mount Rd, Marsden, Huddersfield (grid reference SE044106).

The race is listed in category AL and lists skills codes ER, LK and NS. Entry is by pre entry only; fees are shown separately for members and non members. Entries will be vetted for fell running and navigation experience. Teams and junior races are not part of the event. Minimum age to enter is 18.

The event has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Full FRA kit is required and additional items must be worn or carried as specified by the organisers. The route is linear so runners must make their own transport arrangements. All profits from the event are donated to Woodhead Mountain Rescue.

Course records are noted as men's 03:05:21 set in 2024 and women's 03:32:45 set in 2013. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

33 km
Trigger

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