Eldwick Gala Fell Race
Join the Eldwick Gala fell race in the South West Pennines, a scenic but testing 3 mile course with 168 m climb and short junior races. Limited to 200 runners, this community event blends tough trails and festival fun.
Event details
This is a fell race held as part of the Eldwick Gala on Sat 27 Jun 2026 in Eldwick, Bingley, England. The event is in the South/West Pennines region and is listed in category BS. The venue is Eldwick Memorial Hall, Eldwick, BD16 3EQ. The race has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. The overall entry is limited to 200 participants.
Races and entry
- 4.8 km / 3 miles - fell race, climb 168 m / 551 ft
- 0.9 km - junior U10 race
- 1.6 km - junior U12 and U14 races
Minimum age for the senior race is 13. FRA U14s may enter the senior race; if a competitor is 11 or 12 on race day they must have prior experience and permission from the race organiser. Junior entry fees are listed as £3. Pre-entry is available and opens six weeks before the event. Fees for pre-entry are £5 for members and £7 for non-members. Entry on the day is available but limited; on-the-day fees are £7 for members and £9 for non-members. Teams are allowed, with teams of three.
Recorded course times for the event include a male record of 00:16:01 (1981) and a female record of 00:17:45 (1985). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Records
- Male record: D. Slater - 00:16:01 - 1981
- Female record: C. Haigh - 00:17:45 - 1985
Juniors
Junior races: Yes. Start 2:15pm. 0.9km (U10) and 1.6km (U12 & U14) races for Juniors. U14 (if 11 or 12 on day need RO permission) can do the Senior race. See website for updates.
Permit / Insurance
This race has a Permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.