Beast of Bamford

Last Held:

15 November , 2025

Add to Calendar November 15, 2025 11:00 Holmfirth Harriers Event:

EVENT UPDATE: Part of the 2025 Club Fell Championship

At a Glance:

Start time info: Start point is Saltergate Lane , Bamford, S33 0BE, Grid Ref SK209827 not the same location as registration which will be at Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground.
Country: England
Region: Peak District
Category: BM
Website: https://www.bamfordvillage.co.uk/recreation-ground/upcoming-events/beast-of-bamford-fell-race
Distance: 15 km / 9.3 miles
Climb: 660 m / 2165 ft
Venue: Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground, Station Road, Bamford, S33 0DA
Grid reference: 206829
Skills: NS
Minimum age: 18

Details:

Beast of Bamford is a new race for the winter season.

In its second year, the bat-shaped route is an anticlockwise tour of the beautiful Hope Valley skyline surrounding the village of Bamford in the Peak District.

Highlights include running across Bamford Moor, along Bamford Edge, past Ladybower plug holes, over Win Hill and finishing at the Recreation Ground.

See race website for more information.

In its second year, the bat-shaped route is an anticlockwise tour of the beautiful Hope Valley skyline surrounding the village of Bamford in the Peak District.

How to attend the Beast of Bamford

Entry on day: Yes
Entry on day fee: £15.00
Pre-entry: Yes (see entry link above)
Pre-entry fee (members): £13.00
Pre-entry fee (non-members): £14.00
FRA Mandatory Minimum Kit must be carried and may be checked at start or finish.

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