The course record of 28 ’23 is held by Ged Cudahy of Stockport Harriers and the ladies’ record of 31’30 is held by Jo Smith of Dark Peak Fell Runners. Of course the race is not just for elite athletes and in 2003 a total of 232 runners (including 20 Bamford residents) started and finished the race, the last in just over one hour.

The course is 4 ½ miles long with just over 1000’ of climb. Start from the Recreation Ground (GR 206829) go along Water Lane to Thornhill Lane where you turn right before climbing up to the hamlet of Thornhill.  In the middle of  Thornhill you turn left followed by a right 200 metres later up Townhead Lane. Follow this track up  through some woods to the triangle at the boundary of  the open countryside. After a short steep ascent the course level out and cuts across to Parkin Clough where it turns left for the final steep climb to the top of Win Hill. After admiring the views over Ladybower Reservoir continue about 100m before turning sharply left and return to Thornhill over the fields. In the middle of Thornhill follow the narrow footpath by the side of Barleylands to return to Recreation Ground.  

The descent makes use of paths that are not rights of way and the co-operation of the farmers is much appreciated.

Registration takes place on the night and costs £3.00. It would be helpful if you would register before 7.00pm

For further information phone 01433 651535 or e-mail  peter.mackey@landinst.com

Fell Race Results

2003

2004

2005

2006

2007