Withins Skyline Fell Race
The Withins Skyline is a challenging fell race held on Sunday 11th October 2026, organized by Wharfedale Harriers. The senior course is 6.2 miles with approximately 820 feet of ascent, classified as a BM fell race. It is part of the Wooodentops Race Series, which also includes The Stoop and Stanbury Splash. Chip timing is utilized for the series.
Senior Race Details
Date: Sunday, 11 October 2026
Time: 11:30 AM
Distance: 6.2 miles (approx. 10 km)
Ascent: 820 ft
Cut-off: 45 minutes at The Stoop Stone
Age: Over 18s only
Junior Races
Junior races are held separately, starting at 10:30 AM. All juniors receive a Curly Wurly goody bag, and there are Halloween-themed fancy dress prizes.
Route Description
The route starts from the quarry bottom at Penistone Hill Country Park. It follows a track to Drop Farm, then narrows and descends towards the beck feeding Leeshaw Reservoir. Runners climb across boggy plateaus to reach The Stoop Standing Stone. The course continues along the watershed, ascending towards Dick Delf Hill before bearing right onto a narrower path. This path meets the Pennine Way leading to the ruins of Top Withins. From Top Withins, the route descends to Bronte Bridge, crosses the beck, and follows a tourist path back to the cricket pitch finish.
Entry and Pricing (2026 details TBC)
On the day entry: £10
Online Pre-entry: £9 for Withins race only.
Wooodentops Race Series (All 3 races): £25
Teams (3 runners): Free entry.
Prizes
Prize giving will be held afterwards. Prizes include:
- First 10 men and ladies
- Top 3 Vets in each age category (40, 50, 60, 70)
- Top 3 U21
- Spot Prizes
- First Men's and Ladies' Team
Note: Prize list may be adjusted if fewer than 200 senior runners participate. One prize per person applies. You must be present at prize giving to collect your prize.
Race Contact
Name: Nick Charlesworth
Phone: 07770 69716
Email: [email protected]