The Moors The Merrier is a challenging 21-mile trail race taking place on Saturday 13 December 2025 at Hebden Bridge Golf Club in the South Pennines. The course features around 1,220 m of elevation gain and follows an anti-clockwise loop over Midgley Moor, Wadsworth Moor, Heptonstall Moor, and Erringden Moor before finishing back at the clubhouse. Runners can expect rugged terrain, sweeping moorland views, and the kind of wild winter weather that makes this a true fell-running classic. Known for its friendly, grassroots atmosphere, the event is a festive favourite among the local trail community.
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ChatGPT said: The Moors The Merrier 21-mile race takes place on Saturday 13 December 2025 in Hebden Bridge. The course takes runners on an anti-clockwise loop across Midgley Moor, Wadsworth Moor, Heptonstall Moor and Erringden Moor before finishing back at the clubhouse.
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What is the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
How long is the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
Where does the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
How can I prepare for the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
ChatGPT said:
The Moors The Merrier 21-mile race takes place on Saturday 13 December 2025 in Hebden Bridge. The course takes runners on an anti-clockwise loop across Midgley Moor, Wadsworth Moor, Heptonstall Moor and Erringden Moor before finishing back at the clubhouse.
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile is 34km long.
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile takes place in Great Mount, Wadsworth, Hebden Bridge.
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile elevation gain is 1220 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
ChatGPT said:
The Moors The Merrier 21-mile race takes place on Saturday 13 December 2025 in Hebden Bridge. The course takes runners on an anti-clockwise loop across Midgley Moor, Wadsworth Moor, Heptonstall Moor and Erringden Moor before finishing back at the clubhouse.
How long is the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile is 34km long.
Where does the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile take place?
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile takes place in Great Mount, Wadsworth, Hebden Bridge.
What is the elevation gain of the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
The Moors The Merrier 21 Mile elevation gain is 1220 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Moors The Merrier 21 Mile?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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