The bat-shaped route is an anticlockwise tour of the beautiful Hope Valley skyline surrounding the village of Bamford in the Peak District. Highlights include running across Bamford Moor, along Bamford Edge, past Ladybower plug holes, over Win Hill and finishing at the Recreation Ground.
The 2026 event will be held on Saturday 14th November at 11.00 am. Pre-entry ONLY, £16.00 plus £1 transaction fee for FRA members and £17.00 plus £1 transaction fee for non members, limited to 250 runners. Entries are open to all runners over the age of 18 on the day of the race.
Distance 25 km (15.5 miles).
Ascent 1100 m (3600 ft).
For the shorter 15km 'Beast of Bamford' race, Click here
Free car parking on Bamford with Thornhill Recreation Ground, S33 0DA, off Station Road.
The race is licensed by the FRA under UKA Rules. Category BM, NS (navigational skills required). FRA Mandatory Minimum Kit must be carried for the whole race. Kit will be checked at the start and may be checked at the finish.
