We Need to Talk About Chevin
Otley, United Kingdom • 21 Mar 2026
Event
We Need To Talk About Chevin is a Category BM fell race in Otley, West Yorkshire, organised by Great Owl Running. The course distance is 14 kilometres with about 650 metres of climb (approximately 2130 ft). The race starts and finishes on Station Road, with registration and post-race refreshments provided at The Black Horse in Otley. Race headquarters is listed as Station Top Car Park, opposite Otley Auction Market. The event is for adults only, with a minimum age of 18.
Course and facilities
The route is a single lap that uses local Chevin Forest Park trails and several named climbs and features, including Surprise View, The West Gate, the Danefield climb, a loop of Poolscar Wood, The Fells Plantation, Miller Lane and Jonny Lane. The course is hilly and classed as a fell profile. Facilities include a baggage store. There are no water stations, distance markers, toilets, changing facilities or showers. The event is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Entry and rules
Pre-entry is available and entry fees are shown in the range £12.00 to £19.00. Entry on the day may be possible. The event has a race licence and associated permit/insurance from the FRA. The entry limit is 200 places. Teams and junior races are not included. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.