​​​Bleaklow Blitz 2024


Date: Sunday 1st September 2024

Race Start Time: 9am

Location: Torside Car Park












Distance: 8 mile             Elevation: 1483ft

The route starts at Torside and after a fast flat section it then takes a sharp incline as you head up the Pennine Way towards Bleaklow Head. When runners reach Bleaklow Head the route then circles back round and returns to Torside. Our friendly volunteer team will be there to cheer you on and runners are rewarded with great views of the Longdendale Valley!


Prize Money for 1st Male, 1st Female, 1st Female and Male Team (first three to count).

Pay and Display parking is available close to the start line

Toilets will be available at the Car Park

Entry Fees:

​Pre-entry fee (FRA members): £7.00
Pre-entry fee (non FRA members): £8.00


Course Records:

Male: Joe Oldfield - 01:00:40 - 2022
Female: Helen Haigh - 01:14:41 - 2022














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