The Events

Wolf’s Pit Fell Race

Sunday 9th March 11 am

A brilliant race to start the series – a fantastic tour of Shatton, Abney and Offerton Moors offering stunning views. Watch out for the sting in the tail- the final climb is an expected surprise to many.

Venue: Shatton, nr Bamford, Hope Valley.
Grid reference: 196825
Distance: 9km / 5.6 miles
Climb: 450m / 1476ft
Minimum age: 16
Male record: F. Grant – 00:37:56 – 2022
Female record: O. Walwyn Bush – 00:43:57 – 2012

Entries: Fabian4 – Entries and Timing

Edale Fell Race

Sunday 8th June 1pm

Website: Edale Fell Race

The shortest race in the series but don’t be fooled – it has plenty of challenges. Climbing up on the stunning Kinder Edge. The finish is in Edale Country Fair field – you can can enjoy the joys of a brilliant country fair after your efforts. A great day for all the family to come along to cheer you on.

Distance: 7.6km / 4.7 miles
Climb: 402m / 1319 ft
Venue: Registration at Edale Village Hall.
Grid reference: SK124853
Minimum age: 16
Male record: S Bailey – 00:31:48 – 2005
Female record: J McIver – 00:38:23 – 2008

Hope Fell Race

Wednesday 25th June 7:30 pm

Website: Hope Fell Race

Our 1st evening fell race of the series – and what a great way to spend a Wednesday evening. The route clambers up to the summit of Win Hilll before a great descent back to the village.

Distance: 9.5km / 5.9 miles
Climb: 451m / 1470ft
Venue: Hope Sports Centre
Grid reference: SK 165836
Minimum age: 16

Great Hucklow Fell Race

Sunday 6th July 11 am

Website: Great Hucklow Fell Race

A must-do in the fell running calendar, taking on much of the private land that surrounds Great Hucklow. Get ready for some proper fell running with lots of mud, hills and more mud.

Distance: 10km / 6 miles
Climb: 340m / 1000ft
Venue: Great Hucklow Primary School
Grid Reference: SK 178781
Minimum Age: 18

Salt Cellar Fell Race

Friday 1st August 7 pm

Website: Salt Cellar Fell Race

Run by Steel City Striders, a proper fell race up Derwent edge with mud and over grown paths.

Distance: 10.9km / 6.8 miles
Climb: 486m / 1594ft
Venue: Fairholme Visitor Centre
Grid Reference: SK 173893
Minimum age: 18
Male record: M – Tom Saville (Dark Peak) – 0:48:27 (2018) – 00:48:27 – 2018
Female record: Caroline Brock (Steel City) – 1:00:27 (2018 – 01:00:27 – 201

Eyam Fell Race

Tuesday 26th August 6:30 pm

Website: Eyam Fell Race

A new edition to the 2024 Gritstone series, we feel Eyam epitomizes all the Gritstone series is and is a great event to finish at. There is a junior race 5:45pm for 11-16 year olds

Distance: 10.3km / 6.4 miles
Climb: 243m / 800ft
Venue: Eyam Sports Pavilion
Grid Reference: SK 216767
Minimum age: 17
Male record: S Vernon – 00:37:55 – 2008
Female record: H Archer – 00:42:53 – 2019