Chip Chase
Chip Chase is a British Standard fell race held from the Cross Keys Inn in Uppermill, Saddleworth. The course is a BS Fell Race of 10 km / 6.2 miles with approximately 400 m / 1 312 ft of climb, run on Peak District hills overlooking Manchester. The route is fully flagged and marshalled on paths and includes one steep climb.
The event headquarters is at the Cross Keys pub. On arrival participants are asked to park on Church Road or Church Lane rather than in the pub car park. The race start is a short walk from the pub. Timing devices and race numbers are collected at HQ; runners who retire must report to HQ and return their timing device.
Entry is through SiEntries, with on the day entry subject to capacity limits. Entries open 28 January 2026 and close 6 August 2026. Entry fees are listed as FRA member £8.00 and non member £10.00. Minimum age for entry is 18 years. The entry fee includes a chip butty at the finish; drinks are not included.
Prize categories include the first three men and women, veteran categories from V40 in five year bands, U23, and team prizes scored on the top four finishers. Mandatory kit includes a waterproof top with hood and taped seams and a fully charged mobile phone; water and food are at the runner's discretion and kit checks will be carried out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Race Information
The race head quarters is at the Cross Keys pub, Uppermill. On arrival, please, park carefully on Church Road or Church Lane (not in the pub car park). You can then proceed to picking up your timing device and number. The race start is 10 minutes walk from the pub, so leave some time to get there. The route will be flagged with marshal points. If you retire or need assistance speak to a marshal. If you retire you must also report to HQ and bring your timing devise back.
Chips will be served from 12:15 or there abouts – price is included in your entry free. You will need to buy your own beer.
Prize giving
Will be at 12:45 for men and women: First three, V40 and then in 5 year cats, U23, Teams - top 4
KIT REQUIREMENT
Waterproof top (with hood), taped seams. Water and food at runners discretion. You must also carry a fully charged mobile phone. It is unlikely that other kit will be required. Checks will be carried out. Kit requirements will be advised on the day.