

RRC Fell Champs 2026
Here's all the info you need to know:
The Fell Championship will be organised in a similar way to the main Club Champs, with points being awarded according to placings on each event.
There will be no Age Grading for the Fell Champs and any 4 races from the 8 count in the final standings.
Fell Running Association kit requirements for most races is;
Waterproof whole body cover (with taped seams and integrated
attached hood), hat, gloves, map, compass, whistle and emergency
food.
Injured and/or can't run?
Come along with your cowbell and join in with the epic RRC finish line funnel of noise! 🔔

Sunday 18 January 2026
Part of the Woodentops Race Series. Race over to Pondon Kirk from Haworth, with a couple of stream crossings.


Saturday 7 March 2026
The 5 Res route is a 25k circular with 710 meters of ascent.

Sunday 22 March 2026
You’ll be hurtling down grassy slopes, struggling across stretches of bog, scrambling up through thick heather, dodging through dense woodland and - most of all - racing over some wild open countryside. If you get the chance to look around, you’ll see for miles across some of the most beautiful and remote scenery in the South Pennines.


Wednesday 15 April 2026
Back for a second year, part of the Accrington Fell & Trail Series.

Wednesday 27 May 2026
First ran in 1995, this will be the 24th edition of the race.

Thursday 11 June 2026
A Category B Short Fell Race of 8.4km and 274m ascent sponsored by Walsh, starting at the side of the Bridge Inn, Horwich.

Sunday 21 June 2026
A hilly fell race with mixed terrain - steep, grassy descents and tracks with splendid views of towards Pen-Y-Ghent

Monday 29 June 2026
One of the oldest Fell Races in the UK - organised by Ramsbottom Running Club!



Sunday 9 August 2026
Race in the Peak District on the hills looking down on Manchester. A good introduction to fell running. Fully flagged and marshalled on paths with one steep climb to keep you interested.
Entry fee includes chip butties at the finish.






Sunday 13 September 2026
The 33rd edition of this popular race, enter early to avoid disappointment.

Sunday 11 October 2026
Part of the Woodentops Race Series - organised by Wharfedale Harriers.

Saturday 7 November 2026
A fast, muddy course with a steep descent off Stoodley Pike for the kamikaze descenders, immediately followed by a stiff climb back up the hill for the stout-legged amongst you.

Saturday 12 December 2026
A 21 mile circular route, starting and finishing at Hebden Bridge Golf Club.
