9k Run Mytholmroyd: Majestic Journey to Stoodley Pike

Route Overview & Local Insights

Push your limits on this 8.9km out-and-back journey from Mytholmroyd to the iconic Stoodley Pike. This route offers a moderate to challenging climb with 302 meters of ascent, making it a perfect session for runners looking to build trail strength and hill endurance. Starting on the paved sections of Cragg Road, the terrain quickly transitions into the rugged, undulating beauty of Erringden Moor. You’ll feel the burn in your quads as you ascend toward the monument, but the panoramic views of the Upper Calder Valley from the summit provide the ultimate reward before a fast, technical descent via Daisy Bank.

The focal point of this run, Stoodley Pike Monument, is a West Yorkshire landmark steeped in history, originally built in 1815 to celebrate the defeat of Napoleon. The current structure, which stands 121 feet tall, has survived lightning strikes and decades of Pennine weather, serving as a beacon for fell runners and hikers alike. Mytholmroyd itself, the birthplace of Poet Laureate Ted Hughes, provides a quintessential Calderdale backdrop, where steep-sided valleys and industrial heritage meet the wild, open moorland. Running here connects you to the deep-rooted tradition of West Yorkshire fell running that defines this gritty, beautiful landscape.