Eyam Fell Race sponsored by The Barrel
The event is a fell race that starts and finishes in the historic village of Eyam in the Peak District. It is sponsored by The Barrel Inn at Bretton and features a barbecue and a bar in the courtyard after the race, plus prizes supplied by the sponsor. The course is marshalled.
The main course is a roughly 10 km fell route that climbs from Eyam up to Sir William Hill, passes the Barrel Inn and crosses Abney Moor with wide views. Runners then descend through Abney Moor, follow a tight switchback, climb through heather back toward Sir William Hill and descend a steep wooded section to return to Eyam.
Entry details and age limits are specified for each race. The main race requires preregistration and has an entry fee of £8. The main race is open to participants aged 17 and older; anyone under 18 should have prior fell running experience over similar distances. Entries are limited and have specified opening and closing dates.
The junior event is a 3 km on-the-day race for ages 11 to 16 with a £2 entry fee paid at the event. The junior course includes a steep ascent with steps, a level section and a steep descent, is marshalled and advises shoes with good grip. Prizes are awarded in U13, U15 and U17 categories and for first local. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.