Settle Hills Race
The Settle Hills Race is ran amongst stunning limestone scenery above Settle, and this year the club is delighted to be hosting the 2026 Yorkshire Senior and Under 23 Fell Running Championships.
The race packs quite a punch into 7 miles; after a steep uphill start out of Settle, the route eases off a bit before the steep climb onto rough ground above Attermire Scar (if you go out from the start too hard, you’ll probably regret it)!
Following flags over lumpy ground towards the first checkpoint at Jubilee Cave, you return to good running on fast paths until, the slog up to High Hill via rough grassy trods which again are well flagged. From the summit of High Hill, there is a very steep, grassy descent to the second checkpoint and water station at the road crossing. The route now follows a rough bridleway and fields back to the Rugby Club and well eared refreshments.
Please note that much of the route is off public rights of way and across private land, livestock may be present hence strictly NO DOGS please.
Qualification for the Yorkshire County Championships
- All athletes MUST have been born in North, South, or West Yorkshire.
- or have 9 months continuous residence in the counties prior to the competition.
- An athlete can only compete in the Championships for one County in any 12 months period.
For further details, can be found on the Woodentops Website.
Rules:
The race is run under FRA rules, therefore:
All runners must read the principles of fell running and the requirements for runners, including the recent rule changes.
These documents include details of the full FRA mandatory minimum kit that you must bring on the day.
FRA Kit:
Please be prepared and bring full FRA statutory kit – this is likely to be relaxed on the day if weather conditions permit. The route is fully flagged and well marshalled, but it is advisable to carry a map (which is provided free of charge).
Entry:
Entries are open
Please enter online via SI Entries to secure your place.
- FRA members: £8.00
- None FRA: £10.00
Entry on the day if the race limit has not been reached £12.
Registration:
Race registration, opens at 9:30am and will be upstairs in the North Ribblesdale Rugby Club (Settle).
Prize Giving:
This will take place as soon as circumstances permit on the Rugby Pitch.
Car Parking:
Free parking at the Rugby Club – please follow the car park marshals’ directions.
Directions:
From the south, come into Settle off the A65 roundabout, under the railway bridge, turn right at the Falcon Manor Hotel and follow the road down and round to the car park and rugby club.
From the north, come through Settle, past the Peugeot garage on the left, down the hill, turn left at the Falcon Manor Hotel and follow the road down and round to the car park and rugby club.
Facilities:
Light refreshments will be available in the Rugby Club
There’s lots for the family to do whilst the race is on. Settle town centre is a short walk away and for those making a weekend of it, there is plenty of accommodation locally – details of attractions and places to stay from Settle Tourist Information Centre (Tel: 01729 825192).
Toilets:
These are available in the Rugby Club.
Accommodation:
There are a number of campsites around Settle, and there is YHA in Ingleton, along with numerous Bed & Breakfast places locally.
Finally:
Good luck and enjoy the race!
Race Information
Date
Sunday 21st June 2026
Start time & Location
11:00am from Settle Market Place, a short walk (5 mins) or quicker jog from the rugby club
Car Parking
There is a car park next to the Rugby Club.
Distance & Climb
BM 11.3km/7mls – 600m/1640ft
Minimum Age
18 Years
Entry
Entries are now open.
Please enter online £8 FRA/£10 None FRA via SI Entries to secure your place.
Enter just the Settle Hills Race. Enter all 4 races of the Yorkshire Dales Classics Race Series for a discounted entry fee. There is no entry on the day. Race Organiser
John Osborne
Telephone: 07967971523
e-mail:Records
Ladies:
Hatti Archer
Hallamshire Harriers 54:19 (2019)Mens:
Wegene Tafase
Scotland West 46:06 (2013)
