Rombald's Romp Fell Race
Rombald's Romp is a fell race scheduled for Saturday 26th September 2026. It is classified as a BM category event covering 8.1 miles with approximately 1,214 ft of ascent. The route starts and finishes on Keighley Road, roughly half a mile from Race HQ, and is multi‑terrain with rough rocky tracks, heathery paths, a forest section and about one mile of road up the back of the moor.
The forest sections contain tree roots and small wooden bridges that can be slippery when wet. A recently cleared section of forest on the second part of the route may expose old roots. There will be a marked refreshment point on course at Whetstone Gate and finishers receive water and a bottle of beer.
This is an FRA race and runners are required to carry full body waterproof cover when conditions demand. Mandatory kit lists a waterproof jacket with taped seams and attached hood, waterproof trousers, a hat and gloves; rules may be relaxed on the day if weather is good. Entry is available in advance or on the day subject to availability. Entry fees are listed as £8/£10 pre entry for FRA members and non-members, and £10/£12 on the day.
Facilities are basic: no changing or showering facilities and toilets are at White Wells about 200 m from the start. First aid posts will be at the Start/Finish and at Whetstone Gate. Race HQ is in the Wells Road car park in Ilkley, postcode LS29 9JE. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Race Details
- Date: Saturday 26th September 2026
- Start Time: 11:00 (Registration from 10:00)
- Distance: 8.1 miles
- Vertical Gain: 1,214 ft
- Race Category: BM
Mandatory Kit
- Waterproof jacket (with taped seams and integrated attached hood)
- Waterproof trousers
- Hat
- Gloves
Facilities & First Aid
Facilities are basic, with no changing or showering. Toilets are at White Wells (approx. 200m from start). First aid posts will be at the Start/Finish and at Whetstone Gate.
Refreshments
Water will be available on the course at Whetstone Gate. All finishers will receive water and a bottle of beer.
Road Sections
Please be aware of traffic on road sections and allow vehicles to pass. Runners should be spaced out on the road section at Bradup.
Prize Giving
Prizes for the first 3 men and ladies, plus category prizes. Prize giving at registration tent around 12:30pm.
Parking
Race HQ: Wells Road car park, Ilkley. GR SE117472 / LS29 9JE. Considerate parking on adjoining streets if car park is full.
Race Organiser
Mike Ayers: 07973506209 / [email protected]
Race Route Description
The route is multi-terrain over rough rocky tracks, heathery paths, and approximately one mile of road. Expect tree roots and slippery wooden bridges in the forest sections.