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Jan 08
TUE.JAN 1. AROUND LLYDAW RACE. CS. 10.30 a.m. 5m/600' from Pen y Pass Youth Hostel (GR 647556). Entry on the day. Records: 38.05 G.Williams 1992; f. 49.17 J.Lloyd 2000. Also junior race - half the course. Details: Harvey Lloyd, 37 Stockleys Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9RH. Tel: 01865 750067 or 07286 870428(on the day). Email: harvey@richlloyd.fsnet.co.uk Website: gorphwysfaclub.com
TUE.JAN 1. CAPTAIN COOK'S RACE (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 5.5m/750' from the Royal Oak Hotel, Gt. Ayton, North Yorks. £6. Teams men(4), women(3) free. PM/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 29.36 R.Bergstrand 1991; f. 36.06 C.Hare 2000. Juniors: 2.5m, £2, over 11, PM/LK/NS. Part of Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. All funds to charity. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
TUE.JAN 1. GIANT'S TOOTH (R). CS. 12.00 noon. 3m/400' from Ogden Reservoir Embankment, Causeway Foot, off A629 Halifax-Keighley road (GR 064306 on OS 21). £3. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 14. Records: 16.41 J. Hare 2007; f. 19.52 L. Lacon 2007. Details: Allan Greenwood, 1 Royd Avenue, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, HD3 3RY. Tel: 07866 043572. Website: ogdenwater.freeserve.co.uk
TUE.JAN 1. HILL FORTS & HEADACHES (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 3m/1020' from the Newcastle Hotel, Rothbury, Northumberland (GR 057017). £3. Teams (3) free. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 22.05 M. Whitfield 2003; f. 27.44 B. Whitfield 2003. No safety pins. Details: Ray Hayes, 21 Brumell Drive, Lancaster Park, Morpeth, NE61 3RB. Tel: 01670 517697.
TUE.JAN 1. NINE STANDARDS (R). BM. 12.00noon. 8.4m/1800' from the Market Square, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria (GR 775088). £4 - includes food and map. Registration at Kirkby Stephen Sports & Social Club from 10.30 a.m. Teams (3) free. ER/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 52.07 J. Symonds 2006; f. 64.42 H. Diamantides 1994. £75 bonus for breaking either record. Details: Paul Brittleton, Hillcrest, Warcop, Appleby in Westmorland, CA16 6PL. Tel: 07971 081198. Email: paulbrittleton@yahoo.co.uk
TUE.JAN 1. ST. JOHNS (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 3m/900' from St.Johns Football Club, IOM (GR 277817). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 23.30 S. Skillicorn 2006; f. 29.00 B.Walker 2001. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
SAT.JAN 5. EL-BRIM-ICK DASH. AS. 11.00 a.m. 3m/800' from Sculpture Car Park (GR NJ848109). £2. Teams free. PM. Over 14. Records: 19.46 D. Whitehead 2000; f. 23.21 S. Armitage 1995. Junior race: 11.05 a.m., 1.2m/300'. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
SAT.JAN 5. OVENDEN (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 8m/1200' from Ogden Reservoir, Causeway Foot, off the A629 Halifax-Keighley road (GR064306 on OS 21 "South Pennines"). £5. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 52.20 L. Taggart 2006; f. 62.14 C.Greenwood 1999. Full waterproof, whole body cover MUST be brought - NO KIT, NO RUN! Details: Allan Greenwood, 1 Royd Avenue, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, HD3 3RY. Tel: 07866 043572. Website: ogdenwater.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.JAN 6. SHINING CLIFF WOODS 1 (R). BS. 12.00 noon. 5.5m/1100' from the Hurt Arms, Ambergate, Derbys. (GR 346515 on OS 794). £3 + £1 Forestry Commission. Over 16. Records: 47.45 S.Penney 2000; f. 61.20 C. Howard 2004. Junior/beginners race, 2.75m/550'; juniors U16 (over 12) £1.50. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 880338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
SAT.JAN 12. KYMIN WINTER RACE. AS. 2.00 p.m. 3.95m/1150' from Monmouth Boys School Sports Centre from 1 p.m. £3 on day. Over 14. Marked route on Kymin's woodland paths and tracks. Route description obtainable from organiser on email request. Details: Rod Jones, 7 Troy Gardens, Monmouth, NP25 5DB. Tel: 01600 772400. Email: rod@rodjonesmountain.fsnet.co.uk
SUN.JAN 13. CLAY BANK EAST (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 6m/1000' from Clay Bank car park, nr Gt Broughton, Stokesley (GR 512036). £5. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 35.35 P. Lowe 2000; f. 41.27 A. Raw 2007. Part of the Northern Runner/NE Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. Toilets at Gt Broughton. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.JAN 13. TRIG POINT (R). CL. 11.00 a.m. 15m/1500' from Brook Lane, Brocton, Staffs (GR973204/OS127). £4.50 by Jan 7, £5.50 on day. Over 18. Records: 1.26.08 J. Foster 1990; f. 1.42.28 C. Greenwood 1992. Free refreshments/prizegiving at Brocton Village Hall. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Bob Dredge, 2 Firs Close, Stafford, ST17 0DW. Tel: 01785 602910. Email: bob_dredge@hotmail.com Website: merciafellrunners.org.uk
SAT.JAN 19. ASHURST BEACON (R). CS. 12.30 p.m. 5.9m/950' from the Prince William Inn, Dalton, Upholland (GR 502075). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.09 M.Croasdale 1996; f. 38.11 S.Wilkinson 2001. Details: Andy Quickfall, 26 Chaucer Close, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5UJ. Tel: 01257 450339. Email: andyquickfall@hotmail.com (preferred)
SAT.JAN 19. BOX HILL (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7.5m/1700' from Burford Bridge, Dorking (GR TQ172507). £4 pre-entry only on entry form from website, cheques payable to "S.L.O.W." Entry limit 180, always reached in advance. Teams (4) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 47.17 C.Beecham 1997; f. 55.11 S.Rowell 1989. Full details on website. Details: Andy Robinson, 85 Deacon Road, Kingston, KT2 6LS. Tel: 020 8255 7176. Email: AndyLoofa@blueyonder.co.uk Website: sloweb.org.uk
SAT.JAN 19. JARRETT JAUNT (HANDICAP) (R). AS. 1.00 p.m. 4.5m/1500' from Wath Brow Bridge, West Cumbria (GR NY031144). £3. Over 16. Records: 33.56 R. Lightfoot 2007; 37.36 L. Park 2007. Handicap event with plenty of prizes. Junior races: U10/U12/U14; from 12.00 noon. No toilets. Refreshments provided. Details: Harry Jarrett, Fair-Field, 1 Chapel Street, Bigrigg, CA22 2UU. Tel: 01946 811727 (before 8.30 p.m.).
SUN.JAN 20. KINDER TRIAL (R). O. 10.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m. interval starts. 11m/2000'(approx) from Hayfield Scout Hut (GR 035873). £6 (includes map and soup) - pre-entry by Jan. 16th on FRA form, cheques payable to "A. L. Howie". ER/LK/NS. Over 18. 2007 winners: 2.04.00 T. Brunt; f. 2.24.30 C. Howard. Long counter in Hayfield Championship. No safety pins. Details: Andy Howie, The Chalet, Tunstead Clough, Edale Road, Hayfield, High Peak, SK22 2LL. Tel: 01663 742138 and 07970 751833. Email: andylhowie@aol.com Website: cs.man.ac.uk/~temples/hc/
SAT.JAN 26. GREEBA FELL (R). AM. 1.30 p.m. 9m/2500' from Greeba Bridge, Greeba, IOM (GR 301811). £3. ER/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.10.22 A.Gage 1988; f. 1.22.32 B.Walker 1996. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
SUN.JAN 27. 25TH SOREEN STANBURY SPLASH (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 7m/1200' from Penistone Hill Country Park, nr Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks. (GR 025364). £3.50. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 41.53 I.Holmes 2006; f. 49.01 N. White 2006. All finishers will receive a Soreen Maltloaf. Free coffee and biscuits. Prize draw for signed Olympian Chris Hoy memorabilia - free to all runners. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
SUN.JAN 27. BLACK HILL & BECK (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7.5m/1150' from Grove car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR 065299). £6 pre-entry, cheques payable to "Durham Fell Runners", or on day. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.JAN 27. SOREEN JUNIOR QUARRY RUNS (R). CS. 10.30 a.m. from Penistone Hill Country Park, near Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks. (GR 025364). £1. PM. U8 (over 6), 0.5m/100'; U10/U12/U14, 1m/150'; U16, 2m/300'. Records: U8 2.58 B. Cheetham 2006; f. 2.47 L. McGuinness 2006: U10 7.12 P. Done 2007; f. 7.46 A. Parkinson 2007: U12 6.15 R. Addison 2005; f. 7.22 R. Hellawell 2006: U14 6.05 N. Gould 2005; f. 6.44 C. Robertson 2007: U16 11.41 B. Lindsay 2003; f. 13.35 A. Wheatman 2004. All finishers receive a "Soreen Maltloaf Goody Bag". Free coffee and biscuits. Run in conjunction with Stanbury Splash senior race. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
SUN.JAN 27. TIGGER TOR (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 10m/1750' from Sheffield Tigers RUFC (GR 299821). £5 pre-entry on form from website or £6 on the day. Teams (3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records (new route): 1.12.31 P. Winskill 2007; f. 1.18.41 J. Mciver 2007. Showers/changing/bar food etc. in Rugby club. Counter in the Totley Race Series. Details: Don Longley, 39 Gosforth Drive, Dronfield Woodhouse, Dronfield, S18 8NG. Tel: 01246 418545. Email: donlongley@btconnect.com Website: totleyac.org.uk
SUN.JAN 27. WHITE HOLME CIRCULAR (R). CL. 10.30 a.m. 12m/1200' from the Summit Inn on A6033, Todmorden Road, Summit, nr Littleborough (GR 946188 on OS 21). £5 - includes food. Teams free. ER/LK/PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 78.01 A. Wrench 2007; f. 92.01 H. Ilsley 2007. Details: Allan Greenwood, 1 Royd Avenue, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, HD3 3RY. Tel: 07866 043572. Website: ogdenwater.freeserve.co.uk
Feb 08
SAT.FEB 2. BLAKE'S HEAVEN (R). AS. 12.00 noon. 4.5m/1700' from the Green, Lamplugh, West Cumbria (GR 089209). £3.50. NS. Over 16. Records: 31.57 A. Bowness 2002; f. 38.31 J. Hargreaves 2004. Possibly junior races from 11.00 a.m. - phone to confirm. No toilets. No training on tracks or fields around Lamplugh. Details: Rob James, 3 Station Crescent, Beckermet, CA21 2YU. Tel: 01946 841337. Email: robjames@talk21.com Website: c-f-r.org.uk
SAT.FEB 2. RAS TARREN HENDRE. AM. 12.00 noon. 6m/2000' from the Railway Inn, Abergynolwyn, nr Tywyn (GR SH677069). £4. Teams (3) free. LK/PM/NS/ER. Over 16. Records: 45.12 S. Bailey 2006; f. 57.07 J. Lee 2006. Race 2 of the Meirionnydd Winter Series. Junior trail race - any age, 2k, 12.10 p.m. Details: Graeme Stringer, Meirionnydd R. C., Wenallt, Llanelltyd, Dolgellau, LL40 2TA. Tel: 07917 001173. Website: run-meirionnydd.co.uk
SAT.FEB 2. TITTERSTONE CLEE (R). AS. 11.45 a.m. 2.5m/750' from Cleeton St.Mary (GR 608788). £3. LK/NS. Over 14. Records: 17.20 K.West 1988; f. 21.22 K.Patten 1990. Junior race for over 14s. No toilets. No safety pins. Event run in conjunction with the Long Mynd Valleys Race. Prizes for combined results of two races. Details: Pauline & Keith Richards, 23 St Annes Road, Collegefields, Shrewsbury, SY3 6AU. Tel: 01743 352387. Email: keithandpauline01@btinternet.com Website: merciafellrunners.co.uk
SUN.FEB 3. CHARNWOOD HILLS (R). CL. 10.00 a.m. 13m/1200' from the Martin High School, Link Road, Anstey, Leicester (GR 547093). £9 pre-entry - see website for details. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. Records (new course); 1.22.28 T. Hartley 2007; f. 1.34.02 K. Whigham 2007. Share cars if possible. Details: Tony Illston, 18 Coplow Lane, Billesdon, Leicester, LE7 9AD. Tel: 01162 596497. Website: bowline.f9.co.uk
SUN.FEB 3. MICKLEDEN STRADDLE (R). BL. 10.30 a.m. 13.8m/1980' from Langsett Barn (GR 211005 on OS OL1) on A616 Langsett Road. £4.50 pre-entry, on form from website or FRA form, by 31st Jan. (cheques payable to "Denby Dale Travellers) or £5 on day if 200 limit not reached (phone organiser). Teams free. NS. Over 18. Records: 1.35.38 D. Watson 2006; f. 1.54.22 C. Howard 2006. Full body cover and map - kit check. Details: David Gill, 20 Longman Road, Barnsley, S70 2LD. Tel: 01226 240322. Email: davidcgill@lycos.co.uk Website: denbydaletravellers.co.uk
SUN.FEB 3. PENNINE BRIDLEWAY RELAY (R). . 8.30 a.m. 47m/6300' in five stages from Fearns Community Sports College (GR842220). £40 per team of ten (5 pairs) pre-entry - limit of 70 teams. Legs vary from 5.5 miles to 12.5 miles. Over 18 or over 16 for Leg 3. Records; 4.56.37 Borrowdale Fell Runners 2005; f. 6.17.17 Horwich R.M.I. 2005. Follows the "Mary Townley Loop" section of the Pennine Bridleway. Toilets only at start/finish. No safety pins. Details: Graham Wright, 16 Park Road, Waterfoot, Rossendale, BB4 9BW. Tel: 01706 224444. Email: rossyharriers@aol.com Website: penninebridlewayrelay.co.uk
SAT.FEB 9. WADSWORTH HALF TROG (R). BM. 10.00 a.m. 9m/1500' from the Old Town Cricket Club, Hebden Bridge (GR 998285). £6 pre-entry by 2nd Feb. with official form, available from entries co-ordinator/website, cheques payable to "CVFR". NO entry on day. Limit 200. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/ Click here to download
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PM. Over 18. Records: 1.11.21 L. Athersmith 2006; f. 1.25.23 J. Waites 2006. Full waterproof body cover, map, compass, whistle and emergency food must be carried - no kit, no run! Details: Thirza Hyde, 17 Moorlands Crescent, Ovenden, Halifax, HX2 8AA. Tel: 01422 343736. Email: thirza.dave@virgin.net Website: cvfr.co.uk
SAT.FEB 9. WADSWORTH TROG (R). BL. 10.10 a.m. 20m/4000'' from the Old Town Cricket Club, Hebden Bridge (GR 998285). £6 pre-entry by 2nd Feb. with official form, available from entries co-ordinator/website, cheques payable to "CVFR". NO entry on day. Limit 200. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.42.17 K. Gray 2006; f. 2.58.09 C.Greenwood 1998. Full waterproof body cover, map, compass, whistle and emergency food must be carried - no kit, no run! Details: Thirza Hyde, 17 Moorlands Crescent, Ovenden, Halifax, HX2 8AA. Tel: 01422 343736. Email: thirza.dave@virgin.net Website: cvfr.co.uk
SUN.FEB 10. WINTER HILL (R). AM. 10.00 a.m. 11m/2750' from Rivington High Barn (GR 636145). £5 pre-entry, with entry form from website, by 6th Feb. or £10 on day. Teams free. ER/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.33.03 R. Hope 2007; f.1.43.37 C.Greenwood 1997. Details: Tony Varley, 1 Kensington Drive, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6AE. Tel: 01204 669570. Email: tonyvarley@aol.com Website: horwichrmiharriers.co.uk
SAT.FEB 16. "TISO" CARNETHY 5. AM. 2.00 p.m. 6m/2500' from BeeslackHigh School, Edinburgh Road (A701), Penicuik (GR 242614). £11 on-line entry only via website. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 46.56 G.Bland 1999; f. 54.20 A.Mudge 2002. Entry fee includes hot meal and bus to (12.30 p.m.) and from start. Scald Law junior race; 1.55 p.m., 3m/900', £2 on day only - register before noon. Hot food available for juniors for £2 extra. Toilets at registration only. Details: Olly Stephenson, 45 Arden Street, Edinburgh, EH9 1BS. Tel: 0131 447 0548. Email: carnethy5_2008@carnethy.com Website: carnethy.com
SUN.FEB 17. CASTLETON BEACON (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 8m/1100' from the Eskdale Hotel, Castleton, nr Guisborough (GR 684084). £5. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 53.16 N. Swinburn 2006; f. 66.59 A. Raw 2006. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.FEB 17. CHATSWORTH CHASE (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 5.75m/720' from nr Beeley Lodge (GR SK262685). Registration and parking (charge possible) at Carlton Lees Car Park, Chatsworth (GR SK258685). £3.50. PM. Over 16. New race for 2008 only. No toilets. No safety pins. If Carlton Lees parking limited alternatives will be signed. Details: Zoe Wareham, 1 South View, Pilsley, Bakewell, DE45 1UG. Tel: 01246 583432. Email: zoe.wareham@btinternet.com
SUN.FEB 17. SIDMOUTH 4 TRIGS CHALLENGE (R). BL. 9.30 a.m. 16m/3000' from Sidmouth Sailing Club, Esplanade, Sidmouth (GR SY129873). £4 pre-entry payable to "Sidmouth 4 Trigs Challenge" or £5 on day. LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 2.09.40 G. Perratt 2004; f. 2.39.00 H. Foundling-Hawker 2004. Briefing at 9.15 a.m. Details: Nick Keast, 71 Newlands Road, Sidmouth, EX10 9NN. Tel: 01395 579687. Email: helen.keast@ukgateway.net Website: sidmouthrunningclub.org.uk
SAT.FEB 23. INOV-8 HIGH CUP NICK(R). BM. 2.00 p.m. 9m/1500' from Dufton Village Hall (GR 688252). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.03.06 J. Davies 2007; f. 1.16.35 K. Robertson 2007. Junior U8/U10/U12/U14 trail races, from 1 p.m. approx., £1, prize for all finishers. Soup & roll included. No safety pins. Refreshments on sale and food available in pub. No parking on village green. Details: Morgan Donnelly, Yew Tree Cottage, Dufton, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6DB. Tel: 01768 351689. Email: morgz@duftondonnellys.mail1.co.uk
SAT.FEB 23. RAS MOEL Y CI. BS. 11.00 a.m. 4m/950' from Moelyci Environmental Centre, Tregarth, Bangor (GR SH593678). Registration from 9.30 a.m. £3, juniors free. PM. Records: 37.03 R. Roberts 2007; f, 43.37 S. Kleeman 2007. Junior race for over 10s. No dogs. Refreshments. Details: Jeremy Williams, Bryn Goleu, Penmaen Park, Llanfairfechan, LL33 0RL. Tel: 07934 489330. Email: office@moelyci.org Website: eryri.org.uk
SAT.FEB 23. THE QUANTOCKS (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 7m/1700' from Holford Green, Nether Stowey, Somerset (GR ST154411). £2. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 48.34 R. Bergstrand 2004; f. 51.58 M. Horton 2004. No toilets. Parking limited. Details: Tom Gibbs, 7 St Johns Gardens, Chepstow, NP16 5SE. Tel: 01291 628807. Email: thomas.gibbs@airbus.com
SUN.FEB 24. ARTHUR JONES FELL RACE (R). AL. 10.00 a.m. 15m/4100' from Sloc road car park (GR 216709), IOM. £3 to organiser by 17th Feb. ER/NS. Over 18. New course. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
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SAT.MAR 1. BLEASDALE CIRCLE (R). AS. 11 00 a.m. 5m/1250' from Bleasdale Parish Hall (GR 574453). £3 to organiser by 23rd Feb. or £5 on day. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.22 L. Taggart 2005; f. 43.41 J. Lee 2006. Parking limited. Details: Leslie Orr, Hazelhurst Cottage, Bleasdale, Preston, PR3 1UY. Tel: 01995 678118. Email: leslie@orr4137.fsbusiness.co.uk Website: bowlandfellrunners.org.uk
SAT.MAR 1. NOON STONE (R). AM. 12.00 noon. 9m/2300' from Top Brink Inn, Lumbutts, Todmorden (GR 956236). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.03.57 A.Wrench 1994; f. 1.18.23 J. McIver 2007. No training over the course - access only on race day. Details: Andrew Horsfall, 87 Bacup Road, Todmorden, OL14 7HG. Tel: 01706 818623. Website: todharriers.co.uk
SAT.MAR 1. PIPE DREAM. AS. 12 noon. 5m/1700' from the Dolgarrog Community Centre on B5106 (GR769676). £3. PM. Over 18. Records: 36.51 R. Crane 2005; f. 41.46 S. Kleeman 2007. Parking, toilets, registration, food/hot drinks at Community Centre. Details: Craig Jones, Rowlyn Uchaf, Tal y Bont, Conwy, LL32 8SH. Tel: 01492 660414. Email: rowlyn@tiscali.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
SAT.MAR 1. SLIEVE GULLION. AS. 12.00 noon. 3.5m/1000' from Camlough Wood (GR 024229). £5. Teams free. NS. Over 16. Records: 28.00 D. McNeilly 1999; f. 37.23 F. Maxwell 2007. NIMRA Championship counter. No toilets. Refreshments available at prizegiving in Mullaghbawn. Details: Brian Vallely, 14 Victoria Street, Armagh, BT61 9DT. Tel: 028 3751 1248. Email: jbvallely@tiscali.co.uk Website: nimra.org.uk
SUN.MAR 2. BISHOPHILL. AS. 2.00 p.m. 2.5m/1000' from Portmoak Village Hall. £4. Teams (3) free. Over 18. Records: 17.04 J. Brooks 1997; f. 20.45 T. Brindley 1997. Juniors: over 12s to half way mark and back. Details: Alan Graham, 36 Main Street, Kingskettle, KY15 7PN. Tel: 01337 831425.
SUN.MAR 2. CLOUD NINE (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 8.75m/950' from Brunswick Wharf, Congleton (GR SJ865634). £5 to organiser or £6 on day. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Free soup and roll. Safe baggage. Details: Pete Doyle, 9 Higginson Close, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 3SU. Tel: 07973 906911. Email: pete.doyle@laheen.com Website: congleton-harriers.co.uk
SUN.MAR 2. COMMONDALE CLART (R). BM. 10.00 - 10.30 a.m. 6m/1000' from Cleveland Inn, Commondale, nr Guisborough. £5. Teams men(4); women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 36.05 J. Bulman 2007; f. 47.10 K. White 2007. Part of Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.MAR 2. GREY'S PIKE (R). BS. 1.00 p.m. 5m/800' from Kielder Castle (GR 632934). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 36.22 N. Swinburn 2006; f. 44.14 K. Robertson 2006. Free tea and cakes to all finishers. No safety pins. Details: Phil James, 11 Stephenson Terrace, Wylam, NE41 8DZ. Tel: 01661 853018. Email: kielderfellraces@googlemail.com Website: kielderfellraces.org.uk
SUN.MAR 2. HARTCLIFF HILL CHARITY RACE (R). BS. 12.00 noon. 2.5m/500' from Langsett Barn on A616 (T) (GR 211005). Donation of at least £5. Teams free. PM. Over 14. Records: 15.10 S. Bond 2007; f. 17.19 N. White 2006. Fund raising event in aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Wharfedale Hill and Rescue who assisted Dave Cartwright, after a heart attack, at Burnsall in 2007. £50 for breaking m/f course records. Details: John Wright, Providence House, Ingbirchworth Road, Thurlstone, Sheffield, S36 9QN. Tel: 01226 764642. Email: providence.house@btinternet.com Website: pfrac.fsnet.co.uk
SUN.MAR 2. NEW CHEW (R). O. 9.30 a.m. from Dovestone Sailing Club, Greenfield, Saddleworth (GR SE013033). £7 pre-entry (includes meal) - see website for course and entry details. LK/ER/NS. Over 18. FULL KIT/EQUIPMENT required - as for AL races. Kit check at start. Details: Anthony Shanley, 6 Heather Way, Diggle, Oldham, OL3 5PZ. Tel: 01457 872199. Email: tshan@btinternet.com Website: saddleworth-runners.co.uk
TUE.MAR 4. SEDBERGH THREE PEAKS (R). AS. 4.30 p.m. 3m/1450' from Sedbergh School Cricket Pavilion (GR SD656919). Free entry and food included. Teams (5) free. PM. Over 14. Records: 30.16 S. Barnby 2007; f. 36.42 M. Hyder 2007. Short walk to start. Details: Jon Richardson, 24 Loftus Hill, Sedbergh, LA10 5RX. Tel: 015396 20214. Email: jdwr@hotmail.com
FRI.MAR 7. HIGH PEAK MARATHON (R). BL. 11.00 p.m. 42m/5400' from Edale Village Hall (GR SK124853). Overnight marathon for teams of 4 only. £72 pre-entry per team. Entries already closed for 2008. ER/NS/LK. Over 18. Records: 8.07.00 "Sub 9" 1988; f. 13.34.00 "Tod Totty" 2007. Enter 2009 event in Nov., preferably via website. Details: High Peak Club, Students Union, University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, S10 2TN. Tel: 0114 268 1272 (Richard Bradbury). Email: highpeakmarathon@hotmail.com Website: highpeakmarathon.org.uk
SAT.MAR 8. HALF TOUR OF PENDLE (R). AM. 11.00 a.m. 9m/2250' from Barley, nr Burnley (GR 823403). £2.50 to organiser by 3rd March. NS/LK. Over 18. Records: 62.10 S.Livesey 1996; f. 74.23 L.Wright 1996. No safety pins. Please park with consideration for residents. Details: Keith Thompson, Elmfield, Ribchester Road, Clayton-le-Dale, Blackburn, BB1 9EE. Tel: 01254 248406(eve) or 07739 842058. Email: keith@cled.wanadoo.co.uk Website: clayton-le-moors-harriers.co.uk
SUN.MAR 9. IAN ROBERTS FELL RACE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/1000' from Marsden Cricket Club (GR 046106). £4. Teams free. NS/PM. Over 18. Part of Holmfirth Harriers centenary year. Details: Tom Brunt, 22 Cinderhills Road, Holmfirth, HD9 1EH. Tel: 01484 689032. Email: tom.brunt1@btinternet.com
SAT.MAR 15. CHAPELGILL. AS. 3.00 p.m. 2m/1500' from Glenholm, nr Broughton, Peebleshire (GR NT077294). £2(no SAL levy). Over 15. Records: 18.50 P. Davies 2003; f. 22.10 A. Mudge 2003. Juniors: Congrie Conga Fun Run, 2.30 p.m., 0.75m/500', U15, 10p entry. No toilets. Details: Robin Morris, 33 Morningside Road, Edinburgh, EH10 4DR. Tel: 0131 447 8846. Email: rlmorris@sol.co.uk
SAT.MAR 15. HAWORTH HOBBLE - WUTHERING HIKE (R). BL. 8.00 a.m. 33m/4400' from Haworth Community Centre (NB new venue). £20 per team of two or £11 solo, pre-entry on official form from website or with SAE from organiser. LK/NS. Over 18. Refreshments en route, hot meal at finish. See website for details. Bring a mug for drinks en route. Full kit to be carried. Anybody dropping any litter en route will never be allowed to enter again! Small prize list as profits distributed to charities and Scout Groups. Car share where possible. Details: Brett Weeden, 32 Kirkgate, Silsden, Keighley, BD20 0AL. Tel: 07970 206003. Email: brett@phluidity.net Website: kcac.co.uk
SAT.MAR 15. MOEL WNION. AS. 1.00 p.m. 4m/1600' from near Royal Oak, Rachub, Bethesda (GR 962662). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 32.25 L. Taggart 2006; f. 39.27 N. White 2007. No toilets. Details: James McQueen, 23 Parc Sychnant, Conwy, LL32 8SB. Tel: 01492 585272 (before 7 p.m.). Email: J.McQueen@west-cheshire.ac.uk Website: eryri.org.uk
SAT.MAR 15. REALLY WILD BOAR (R). AS. 1.00 p.m. 5m/1400' from Street (GR743015), on A683 Sedbergh/Kirkby Stephen road. £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 39.11 M. Donnelly 2007; f. 47.20 L. Lacon 2007. No toilets. No safety pins. Limited parking. Details: Debbie & Gary Devine, 13 Smithy Croft Road, Gargrave, Skipton, BD23 3SL. Tel: 01756 748866. Email: gandddevine@hotmail.co.uk
SAT.MAR 15. WINDMILLS WHIZZ (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 7m/800' from Ogden Reservoir, Causeway Foot, off the A629 Halifax-Keighley road (GR 064306 on OS21). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 37.12 A. Osbourne 2004; f. 45.53 S. Rowell 2003. N.B. no junior races or fun run this year. Details: Allan Greenwood, 1 Royd Avenue, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, HD3 3RY. Tel: 07866 043572. Website: ogdenwater.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.MAR 16. ESTON NAB NEE NOCKER (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 6m/1200' from Flatts Lane Woodland Centre, Normanby, Middlesborough. £5. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 34.34 C. Stead 2004; f. 42.30 A. Raw 2002. Juniors: Nab & back, 2m, £2, over 11. Part of Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.MAR 16. LAD'S LEAP (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5.9m/1700' from Crowden campsite, nr Woodhead off A628. £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 41.36 L.Taggart 2005; f. 50.46 N. White 2005. Incorporates the Derbyshire Fell Championships. No safety pins. Details: Des Gibbons, 20 Queens Drive, Glossop, SK13 8RB. Tel: 07904 439241 or 01457 864376. Email: des_gibbons@hotmail.co.uk
SAT.MAR 22. CAUSEY PIKE (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/1780' from Stair Village Hall, Newlands Valley, Keswick. £3 on day only. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 32.14 S.Booth 1998; f. 38.37 J.King 2000. Not a race for novice fell-runners. No safety pins. Details: Lyn Thompson, 2 Barfside Cottages, Thornthwaite, Keswick, CA12 5SQ. Tel: 017687 78407. Email: lynt@barfside.fsnet.co.uk
SAT.MAR 22. FIENDSDALE (R). AM. 11.0 a.m. 7.5m/2500' from Fell Foot, 1.5m NW of Chipping, Lancs (GR 602442). £5 to organiser by 15th March, cheques payable to "A.Farmer". Teams (4) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.04.19 L. Taggart 2007; f. 1.17.40 J. Lee 2007. No toilets. Parking very limited. Details: Andrew Farmer, 2 Hesketh Lane, Chipping, Preston, PR3 2TH. Tel: 01995 678111. Email: chaigley59@aol.com
SAT.MAR 22. HALF MANX MOUNTAIN MARATHON (R). BL. 12.30 p.m. 13m/2600' from St. Johns crossroads, Isle of Man (GR277818). £20 to organiser by March 31st - includes after race meal, T-shirt and mug. NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.50.53 B. Osborne 2004; f. 2.20.51 R. Hooton 2004. Last 13 miles of the Manx Mountain Marathon route. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SAT.MAR 22. MANX MOUNTAIN MARATHON (R). AL. 9.15 a.m. 31.5m/8000' from the Market Square, Ramsey, Isle of Man (GR 454944). £20 to organiser by March 31st - includes after race meal, T-shirt and mug. Teams free. ER/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 4.39.27 C.Donnelly 2002; f. 5.52.11 K. Powell 2003. Slower runners can start with walkers at 7.30 a.m. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SAT.MAR 22. RIVINGTON PIKE (R). BS. 3.00 p.m. 3.25m/700' from Lever Park Avenue, Horwich. £5 pre-entry (£6 on day), cheques payable to "Horwich RMI Harriers" - collect numbers from Crown Hotel on day. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 15.53 J.Wild 1981; f.19.38 C.Greenwood 1987. U12(over 10), U14, U16 junior races; 1.00 p.m. from behind Rivington & Blackrod High School. Details: Ian Smith, 7 Church Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6AH. Tel: 01204 691951. Email: il.smith@ntlworld.com
SUN.MAR 23. BROUGH LAW (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/1250' from Bulby's Wood, Ingram, Powburn, Northumberland (GR 008164). £3. Teams (3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 37.05 M. Donnelly 2003; f. 41.47 V. Oldham 2007. No safety pins. Details: Ray Hayes, 21 Brumell Drive, Lancaster Park, Morpeth, NE61 3RB. Tel: 01670 517697.
SUN.MAR 23. SHINING CLIFF WOODS 2 (R). BS. 12.00 noon. 5m/900' from Hurt Arms, Ambergate, Derbys. (GR 346515 on OS 794). £3 + £1 Forestry Commission. Over 16. Records: 27.31 S.Penney 2001; f. 30.45 C.Patton 2001. Juniors/beginners race, 2.25m/450'; juniors U16 (over 12) £1.50. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 880338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
SAT.MAR 29. MIDGLEY MOOR (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/1250' from Booth Cricket Club, Booth, Halifax, West Yorks. (GR 004271). £3.50. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 37.06 S.Oldfield 2000; f. 43.20 J. McIver 2007. Details: Rod Sutcliffe, Sherwood, Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5RX. Tel: 01422 882082. Email: rod.sutcliffe@btopenworld.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
SUN.MAR 30. DOCTOR'S GATE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1050' from Grove car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR 065299). £6 pre-entry, cheques payable to "Durham Fell Runners", or on day. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.MAR 30. EDALE SKYLINE (R). AL. 10.30 a.m. 21m/4500'. Registration at Edale Village Hall (GR 124853). £9 pre-entry on official entry form only, available from website or with SAE from organiser, by 23rd March. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.34.39 G.Bland 1999; f. 3.09.44 S.Newman 2000. Details: Andy Jenkins, 3 Watermeadows, Edale, Hope Valley, S33 7ZQ. Tel: 01433 670003. Email: andy-jenkins@hotmail.co.uk Website: dpfr.co.uk
SUN.MAR 30. ESKDALE EUREKA (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 10m/1580' from Eskdale Hotel, Castleton, nr. Guisborough (GR 684084 on NYM Western map). £5. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.11.29 J. Blackett 2007; 1.28.00 K. Blakey 2007. No safety pins. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. Also walk starting at 8 a.m. In aid of the NEHRA charity. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.MAR 30. EXE TO AXE (R). BL. 10.00 a.m. 20m/4000' from Foxes Hole carpark, Esplanade, Exmouth (GR SX013800). For individuals and relay teams of 4. Pre-entry: individuals £8, teams £5 a head; £2 extra per person on day. PM. Over 18. Records: 2.44.12 M. Bayer 2005; f. 3.09.40 L. Greenfield 2006. Pre-race transport available from finishing point to start, £4 a head, must be booked in advance on entry form. Details: John Perratt, Gable Cottage, Stanhope Drive, Sidmouth, EX10 9JE. Tel: 01395 513611. Email: johnperratt@talktalk.net Website: sidmouthrunningclub.org.uk
SUN.MAR 30. ARANT HAW (R). AS. 1.15 p.m. 4.75m/1760' from the Peoples Hall, Sedbergh (GR SD654923). £2.50. Teams free. PM. Over 17. Records: 37.04 J. Symonds 2007; f. 47.15 J. Lee 2007. Junior races: U12/U14/U17 from 12 noon. Refreshments available from 11 a.m. Details: Alastair Dunn, 8 Honister Drive, Kendal, LA9 7PD. Tel: 01539 723524. Email: helmhillrunners@aol.com Website: helmhillrunners.co.uk
MON.MAR 31. TRUNCE 1 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
April 08
TUE.APR 1. BUNNY RUN 1 (R). CS. 7.00 p.m. 3m/300' from Dimples Lane Quarry. Registration at the Old Sun Hotel, Haworth, W. Yorks. (GR 026372), 5 mins. from start. £2. Teams free. PM. Over 12. Records: 15.00 I. Holmes 2007; f. 17.00 M. Wilkinson 2007; "Egg Stage" 3.24 M. Buckingham 2006; f. 3.59 M. Wilkinson 2007. Cadbury's Creme Egg for all finishers. All prizes Easter eggs. 3 races out of 4 to count for overall awards. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
TUE.APR 1. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
TUE.APR 1. LIVER HILL (R). BS. 6.45 p.m. 5m/800' Marl Pits Sports Centre, Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall. Entry free, no prizes. Over 16. Junior races after senior start. Details: Graham Wright, 16 Park Road, Waterfoot, Rossendale, BB4 9BW. Tel: 01706 224444 (eve) or 07979 569288 (day). Email: rossyharriers@aol.com Website: rossendaleharriers.co.uk
SAT.APR 5. HIGHLANDER MM. MM. Interval starts. Venue to be released 2 weeks before event. Over 16. Two day mountain marathon. A, B, C, D and score classes for teams of 2. See website for further information. Details: Katy Boocock, Sheilin Tor, Castle Heather, Inverness, IV2 6AA. Tel: 01463 221536. Email: highlandermountainmarathon@yahoo.co.uk Website: highlandermountainmarathon.org.uk
SAT.APR 5. LLANBEDR TO BLAENAVON. AL. 12.00 noon. 15m/4500' from Llanbedr Village (GR 240203); registration and finish at Blaenavon Rugby Club (GR 257088). £5 (includes shower and food) on day only. Teams (3) declared on day - free. NS/LK/ER. Over 18. Records: 1.59.01 J.McQueen 1999: f. 2.19.03 M.Angharad 1996. No toilets at start. No safety pins. Details: Gareth Buffett, Broadhurst, The Park, Blaenavon, Gwent, NP4 9AQ. Tel: 01495 791454.
SAT.APR 5. LLANGYNHAFAL LOOP. AS. 1.00 p.m. 5m/1500' from Golden Lion, Llangynhafal, Denbighshire (GR 129633). £4. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 32.46 J. Symonds 2007; f. 40.54 J. Waite 2007. Details: Martin Cortvriend, Dol-y-Caeau, Llangynhafal, LL16 4LN. Tel: 01824 790534. Email: martincortvriend@yahoo.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
SAT.APR 5. MIDDLEFELL (R). AM. 2.30 p.m. 6.6m/1700' from the Screes Inn, Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. £5 (includes 'Tatie-pot'). NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 43.39 R.Jebb 2002; f. 58.33 L.Sharp 2002. Details: Danny Hughes, Screes Inn, Wasdale, Seascale, CA20 1ET. Tel: 019467 26262. Email: info@thescreesinnwasdale.com Website: thescreesinnwasdale.com
SAT.APR 5. MOURNE MOUNTAINS. AL. 11.00 a.m. 12.5m/5000' (estimated). Venue to be finalised. £6 pre-entry by 28th March - entry form and further information from website. Teams free. NS. Over 18. British & NIMRA Championship counter. Route details on NIMRA website by mid- Dec. Optional meal at prize giving. Details: Ian Taylor, 52 Bladon Drive, Belfast, BT9 5JN. Tel: 028 9028 0790. Email: ir.taylor@ntlworld.com Website: nimra.org.uk
SAT.APR 5. PENDLE (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/1500' from Barley Village Hall, Barley, nr Burnley (GR 823403). Entry on day only. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 29.44 J.Maitland 1984; f. 34.25 C.Greenwood 1993. U8/U10/U12/U14/U16 junior races from 12.30 p.m., sponsored by Forbes solicitors. U18s can run in senior race. Goody bags & drinks for junior runners plus full prize list. Refreshments in village hall. Details: David Bailey, 128 Napier Street, Nelson, BB9 0RB. Tel: 01282 618554. Email: david.bailey80@ntlworld.com Website: clayton-le-moors-harriers.co.uk
SAT.APR 5. SNAEFELL (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 5m/1900' from the Bungalow, TT Course, IOM (GR 396867). £3. NS. Over 16. Records: 40.45 T.Rowley 1987; f. 47.59 B.Walker 1997. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
TUE.APR 8. BUNNY RUN 2 (R). CS. 7.15 p.m. 3m/300' from Dimples Lane Quarry. Registration at the Old Sun Hotel, Haworth, W. Yorks. (GR 026372), 5 mins. from start. £2. Teams free. PM. Over 12. Records: 15.00 I. Holmes 2007; f. 17.00 M. Wilkinson 2007; "Egg Stage" 3.24 M. Buckingham 2006; f. 3.59 M. Wilkinson 2007. Cadbury's Creme Egg for all finishers. All prizes Easter eggs. 3 races out of 4 to count for overall awards. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
SAT.APR 12. KNOCKFARREL. BM. 2.00 p.m. 6m/1200' from Strathpeffer Community Centre (GR NH479579 on Landranger 26). £4. Records: 37.24 G. Bartlett 2003; f. 43.20 T. Brindley 2004. Details: Henry Blake, 15 Tulloch Court, Dingwall, IV15 9UG. Tel: 07743 683309. Email: henryblake1979@hotmail.com
SAT.APR 12. LLANTYSILIO. AM. 11.00 a.m. 6.2m/2100' from the Sun Inn, on the B5103 at Rhewl, nr Llangollen (GR 179448). £4. Teams (3) free. LK/PM Over 18. Records: 47.30 J.McQueen 2002; f. 57.13 A. Bartlett 2006. No safety pins. Limited parking. Details: Nick Holmes, Greenbank, Sherrington Lane, Brown Knowl, Broxton, Chester, CH3 9JU. Tel: 01829 782711. Email: alisonnick@btinternet.com Website: tattenhallrunners.com
SAT.APR 12. SCREEL. AS. 1.00 p.m. 4m/1300' from the forestry carpark on the C class road to Gelston. £3. PM. Over 14. Records: 27.23 G.Devine 1995; f. 32.37 T.Calder 1990. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Douglas Milligan, 107 Queen Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1ER. Tel: 01556 503061.
SUN.APR 13. GISBOROUGH MOORS (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 12.5m/2600' from Guisborough Rugby Club (GR 616155). £9 to organiser (cheques payable to Dave Parry). 250 limit. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 80.35 S.Sutcliffe 1984; f. 95.26 C.Greenwood 1987. Final event of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. "T" shirts to all runners. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.APR 13. WREKIN (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5.5m/1700' from Ercall Wood School, Golf Links Lane, Wellington, Telford (GR SJ653106). £4. Over 16. PM. Records: 34.27 J.Wild 1980; f. 40.47 C.Greenwood 1986. Junior races: U10/U12/U14/U16, 11.30 a.m. U18 & U20 with main race. No safety pins. Details: Andy Smith, DUMMY Tel: 07930 551214. Email: as004r9900@blueyonder.co.uk Website: telfordrunning.co.uk and myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner/ (no www)
TUE.APR 15. BUNNY RUN 3 (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/300' from Dimples Lane Quarry. Registration at the Old Sun Hotel, Haworth, W. Yorks. (GR 026372), 5 mins. from start. £2. Teams free. PM. Over 12. Records: 15.00 I. Holmes 2007; f. 17.00 M. Wilkinson 2007; "Egg Stage" 3.24 M. Buckingham 2006; f. 3.59 M. Wilkinson 2007. Cadbury's Creme Egg for all finishers. All prizes Easter eggs. 3 races out of 4 to count for overall awards. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
WED.APR 16. 'JOE BARBER' HEROD FARM (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/1100' from the Drovers Arms, Primrose Lane, Glossop (GR 033929). £3. Teams free. Over 14. Records: 22.19 L. Taggart 2007; f. 26.34 N. White 2007. No safety pins. Limited parking. Details: Andy Wilkins, 30 Godward Road, New Mills, High Peak, SK22 3BU. Tel: 01663 745831. Email: andrew.wilkins9@btopenworld.com Website: glossopdale.org.uk
SAT.APR 19. ANNIVERSARY WA! (R). . 11.45 a.m. From Stair Village Hall (GR237212), Newlands. £2 on day includes hot food. Over 6 on day. U8/U10/U12/U14/U16/U18 categories. English Junior Championship counter. It would be appreciated if clubs could provide approx. numbers to assist with catering. Same day and venue as the "Anniversary Waltz". Details: Wynn & Steve Cliff, Paddock View, Frolesworth Road, Leire, LE17 5HJ. Tel: 01455 202365. Email: scliff4915@aol.com Website: members.aol.com/scliff4915/private/homepage.htm
SAT.APR 19. ANNIVERSARY WALTZ (R). AM. 11.30 a.m. 11.5m/3600' from Stair Village Hall, Newlands, Cumbria (GR 238212). £5.50 (includes food) to organiser before 3rd April with official entry form obtainable from race website. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.28.27 I Holmes 2003; f. 1.48.00 A.Mudge 1997. See separate entry for "Anniversary Wa!" junior races. Details: Wynn & Steve Cliff, Paddock View, Frolesworth Road, Leire, LE17 5HJ. Tel: 01455 202365. Email: scliff4915@aol.com Website: members.aol.com/scliff4915/private/homepage.htm
SAT.APR 19. CIOCH MHOR. AM. 12.00 noon. 8.5m/2250' from Dingwall Sports Centre, Dingwall. £4. Records: 1.08.38 G. Campbell 2007; f. 1.31.14 E. Reid 2005. Junior race starts at 12.05.p.m. Details: Alex Brett, An Cabar, Upper Dochcarty, Dingwall, IV15 9UF. Tel: 01349 866511. Website: highlandhillrunners.org.uk
SAT.APR 19. MOELWYN THREE PEAKS. AM. 2.00 p.m. 10.5m/2800' from the School Playing Field, Oakley Square (GR 695460). £5. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.17.13 J.McQueen 2000; f. 1.33.14 J. Lee 2007. Junior races: U12, U14, U16, and U18. Changing rooms, showers and refreshments. Ample parking. Details: Dafydd Roberts, Bron Eryri, Cae Clyd, Manod, Blaenau Ffestiniog, LL41 4AU. Tel: 01766 830840 or 07769 830167. Email: marian@bron_eryri.freeserve.co.uk Website: ffestiniog.org.uk
SAT.APR 19. PUMA HAWKSHEAD TRAIL (R). BM. 1.00 p.m. 9.3m/1460' from Hawkshead, Cumbria . See website for entry details. Teams(5) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 55.34 S. Vernon 2007; f. 66.47 V. Wilkinson 2007. Limit 1000. Sport trail (over 12) and U8/U10/U12 fun trails. Event T-shirt. £2000+ prize fund. See website for other events at venue and entertainments etc. Details: Claire Boothroyd, Event Manager, VO2 Max Events, 71 Serpentine Road, Kendal, LA9 4PD. Tel: 01539 723435. Email: claire@lakelandtrails.org Website: lakelandtrails.org
SAT.APR 19. SUGAR LOAF. BM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/1725' from Abergavenny Leisure Centre (GR 298153). £3/£4 unattached. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 49.09 M. Collins 2006; f. 65.15 L. Barker 2007. Ample parking, free showers. Details: Adrian Orringe, 6 Edinburgh Close, Greenmeadow, Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44 5HR. Tel: 01633 873577. Email: adrian.orringe@btinternet.com Website: mynydd-du.org.uk
SUN.APR 20. WIRKSWORTH INCLINE (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 4m/600' from Ravenstor Road, Wirksworth (GR 288546). £4. Over 14. Records: 21.59, P. Bowler 1991; f. 25.41 J.Kenyon 2003. Details: Ray Foley, Out Of The Blue, North Street, Cromford, Matlock, DE4 3RG. Tel: 01629 825255. Email: rayfoley@btinternet.com - Please note the following changes/additions to the information in the printed Calendar. The senior race will be for Over 15s not Over 14s. Junior races: U11 (over 6), 0.5m, 10.30 a.m.; U15, 2m, 11.00 a.m. Details at www.wirksworthrunningclub.co.uk
MON.APR 21. TRUNCE 2 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.APR 22. BUNNY RUN 4 (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/300' from Dimples Lane Quarry. Registration at the Old Sun Hotel, Haworth, W. Yorks (GR 026372), 5 mins. from start. £2. Teams free. PM. Over 12. Records: 15.00 I. Holmes 2007; f. 17.00 M. Wilkinson 2007; "Egg Stage" 3.24 M. Buckingham 2006; f. 3.59 M. Wilkinson 2007. Cadbury's Creme Egg for all finishers. All prizes Easter eggs. 3 races out of 4 to count for overall awards. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
TUE.APR 22. CARLTON CHALLENGE (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5m/850' from Carlton Bank Top cafe, nr Stokesley, North Yorks. (GR 522031). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 32.19 C.Stead 1998; f. 36.45 R.Smith 2002. No safety pins. 1st race in the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. Park on grass near cafe - NOT on roadside. Details: Kathryne Parry, c/o Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
WED.APR 23. GRISEDALE GRIND (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 2.5m/1560' from Revelin Moss (opposite Whinlatter). £3. LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 25.59 R. Lightfoot 2007; 32.10 H. Jones 2007. Details: Angela Brand-Barker, 8 Caldecote Avenue, Cockermouth, CA13 9EQ. Tel: 01900 828637. Email: brandbarker@btinternet.com Website: keswick-ac.org.uk
WED.APR 23. WREKIN STREAK (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 2.75m/810' from Forest Glen, Wellington, Telford (GR 208245). £4. PM. Over 14. Records: 16.38 T. Davies 2003; f. 19.21 K.Hill 1991. First race in Shropshire Summer Series. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Simon Daws, 2 Belmont Road, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7QT. Tel: 01952 433753. Email: fellrunner2004@yahoo.co.uk Website: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner
THU.APR 24. HARTCLIFF HILL (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 2.5m/500' from Langsett Barn (GR211005). £3. PM. Over 14. Records: 15.10 S. Bond 2007; f. 17.19 N. White 2006. £50 for breaking male or female course records. Details: Pete McLeod, 60 High Street, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6BS. Tel: 01226 765191. Email: pete.mcl@btinternet.com
SAT.APR 26. THREE PEAKS (R). AL. 10.00 a.m. 24m/4500' from the Playing Fields, Horton-in-Ribblesdale (GR 805727). £20 pre-entry, on-line only (from early Nov.), by March 31st or earlier if 750 entry limit is reached. Teams (3) including MV40 & MV50 free. ER/NS. Fully marked course for 2008. Over 18. Records: 2.46.03 A.Peace 1996; f. 3.16.17 S.Rowell 1996. Places guaranteed for 1st 10 men and 1st 5 ladies from 2007. Substitution accepted only up to closing date but not restricted to same club. English Championship counter. Incorporates the "2008 World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge". Details: Bryan Speight, The Beeches, Wath Road, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, HG3 5LN. Tel: 01423 711372. Email: bspeight@talktalk.net Website: threepeaksrace.org.uk
SUN.APR 27. CHEVIOT SUMMIT (R). AM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/2676' from Langleeford, Harthope valley. £5. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. No toilets. Details: Glen McWilliams, Cheviot View, Doddington, NE71 6AN. Tel: 01668 282059.
SUN.APR 27. SOME YOU WIN - SOME YOU LOSE (R). AM. 10.00 a.m. 7.7m/2700' from Townhead, Edale Road, Hope (GR SK168845). £4. ER/PM. Over 18. New race. No toilets. No pins. Park as directed and car share please. All proceeds to local charity - small prizelist. Details: Jim Fulton, 49 Nethergreen Road, Sheffield, S11 7EH. Tel: 0114 230 2144 or 07767 394114. Email: sheep@dpfr.co.uk Website: dpfr.co.uk
TUE.APR 29. BUNNY RUN RELAY (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. from Dimples Lane Quarry. Registration at the Old Sun Hotel, Haworth, W. Yorks. (GR 026372), 5 mins. from start. £6 per team of three on day. PM. Over 10 for 2nd & 3rd legs, over 12 for 1st leg. 1st leg 2.5m/250', 2nd & 3rd legs 2m/200'. Almost any conceivable team composition welcome including mixed, family, junior etc. Relay batons are eggs! Egg stage, first leg only male and female. Cadbury's creme egg for all finishers. Soup and roll included. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
TUE.APR 29. PENTYRCH. BM. 7.00 p.m. 6.5m/1600' from Pentyrch Rugby Club (GR 100316), 3 miles from M4 junctions 32/34. £5 /£6 unattached. Over 18. Records: 42.46 M. Collins 2006; f. 50.54 R. Pickvance 2003. No safety pins. Changing facilities and showers. Bar snacks available. Details: John Gough, 45 Maes y Sarn, Pentyrch, Cardiff, CF15 9QQ. Tel: 02920 891721. Email: johngoughpentyrch@btinternet.com Website: pentyrch.org.uk
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SAT.MAY 3. 20TH STUC A' CHROIN. AL. 1.00 p.m. 14m/5000' from Strathyre, Perthshire. £6. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.59.22 I.Holmes 1997; f. 2.18.04 A.Mudge 2003. Evening dance. Details: Archie Bennie, 21 Ledi Court, Callander, FK17 8EX. Tel: 01877 331713. Website: stucachroin5000.org.uk
SAT.MAY 3. CONISTON (R). AM. 12.30 p.m. 9m/3500' from Coniston Sports and Social Club, Shepherds Bridge (GR 306978). £5 pre-entry with form from website or £6 on day if limit of 400 not reached. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 63.29 I.Holmes 1996; f. 80.51 M.Angharad 1996. Details: Sam Clarke, 22 Yewdale Road, Coniston, LA21 8DX. Tel: 015394 41869. Email: andrew.clarke@onetel.net Website: conistonfellrace.org.uk
SAT.MAY 3. LATTERBARROW LOOP (R). AS. 12.00 noon. 2.4m/600' from Cord Fell Gate, Ennerdale. £4. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16 on day. Records: 21.24 A. Bowness 2003; f. 26.32 L. Park 2004. Juniors: U10/U12/U14 from 1.00 p.m., £2. No toilets. Details: Gary Byers, 156 Main Street, Frizington, CA26 3SB. Tel: 01946 814651. Email: d.byers@sky.com
SAT.MAY 3. RAVENSTONES (R). BM. 2.00 p.m. 10m/1250' from Tanners Waterside Mill, Greenfield, Oldham (GR SE002038). £3. Teams free. LK/ER/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 59.57 M.Kinch 1995; f. 1.23.12 L. Whittaker 2002. FULL KIT/EQUIPMENT must be brought to event. Kit check at start. Details: Ray Green, 14 Dacres Road, Greenfield, Oldham, OL3 7HR. Tel: 01457 820628. Email: raydgreen@tiscali.co.uk Website: saddleworth-runners.co.uk
SUN.MAY 4. GREAT HAMELDON HILL (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 6m/1100' from Peel Park pub, Turkey Street, Accrington (GR 766292). £4.50. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 36.12 R. Hope 2004; f. 43.41 A. Green 2007. Details: Ian Greenwood, 196 Bold Street, Accrington, BB5 6SS. Tel: 01254 237485. Website: clayton-le-moors-harriers.co.uk
SUN.MAY 4. Y GARN. AS. 1.00 p.m. 3m/1500' from near Cwellyn Arms, Rhyd Ddu, Caernarfon (GR SH568529). £3. Teams free. LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 26.05 C. Donnelly 1989; f. 33.45 L. Sharp 2002. Junior races if sufficient demand - contact organiser in advance. Toilets 0.25m away. Details: Ross Powell, Pen y Buarth Farm, Upper Llandwrog, Caernarfon, LL54 7RD. Tel: 01286 881491. Email: penybuarth@tiscali.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
MON.MAY 5. COINERS (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 7m/1100' from Mytholmroyd Community Centre, Caldene Avenue, Mytholmroyd (GR001259). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 45.10 B. Mounsey 2007; f. 51.49 J. Buckley 2007. No toilets. See separate entry for junior races. Details: Rod Sutcliffe, Sherwood, Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5RX. Tel: 01422 882082. Email: rod.sutcliffe@btopenworld.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
MON.MAY 5. COINERS' JUNIOR RACES (R). . 10.30 a.m. onwards from Mytholmroyd Community Centre, Caldene Avenue, Mytholmroyd (GR011259). Junior races: U8(over 6), 0.3m/150'; U10/U12, 1m/330'; U14, 2.4m/610'; U16, 3m/730'; £1 for U8, £1.50 other ages. Route maps and records on website. Medals for placed runners and chocolates from lucky dip sack. Parking 10 min. from start. Toilets in village. See separate entry for senior race. Details: Alistair Whitelaw, 1 Calder Grove, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5AG. Tel: 07812 593660. Email: vial@tesco.net Website: cvfr.co.uk
MON.MAY 5. WRAY CATON MOOR (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 6.75m/1100' from Wray, nr Lancaster (GR SD602676). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 42.20 M. Croasdale 2006; f. 51.44 H. Jones 2006. Junior races for U8/U10/ U12/ U14/U18, £1, mass start 11.35 a.m. Village fair and Scarecrow Festival. Details: Peter Edge, Sandstones, Hornby Road, Wray, Lancaster, LA2 8QN. Tel: 015242 21626. Email: peter@edge.go-plus.net Website: wrayvillage.co.uk
TUE.MAY 6. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
WED.MAY 7. CAW (R). AM. 7.15 p.m. 6m/1800' from the Blacksmiths Arms, Broughton Mills, Cumbria (GR 223905 on OS 96). £3. Teams free. NS/ER/LK. Over 16. Records: 45.57 L. Taggart 2007; f. 56.27 J. Hargreaves/J. Lee 2004/2007. Map on website. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Mike Berry, Fairfield, Foxfield Road, Broughton in Furness, LA20 6EZ. Tel: 01229 716772. Email: mpberry@hotmail.co.uk Website: bcrunners.org.uk
WED.MAY 7. DOCKRAY - HARTSIDE (R). AM. 7.00 p.m. 6m/2000' from Dockray. Registration and parking at "Quarry Car Park" (GR 397211) - walk to start. £1. ER/NS/LK. Over 18. Records: 47.00 B. Bardsley 2007; f. 53.56 V. Wilkinson 2005. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Joe Faulkner, High Brow, Tirril, Penrith, CA10 2LS. Tel: 017684 86779. Email: faulknerjoe@hotmail.com Website: joefaulkner.com
WED.MAY 7. FLOWER SCAR (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 4m/1400' from Hare & hounds P.H., Burnley Road, 1m from Todmorden centre. Entry free - no prizes. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 26.58 S. Livesey 1995; f. 33.00 J. Kenyon 1995. No safety pins. Details: Jonathan Wright, 83 Bacup Road, Todmorden, OL14 7HG. Tel: 07789 967212. Email: jjbawright@aol.com Website: todharriers.co.uk
WED.MAY 7. LOTHERSDALE (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 3.6m/600', registration in Village Hall, Lothersdale, nr Skipton. £3. Full set of junior races for over 6s. Parking limited. Full details on website. Details: Brett Weeden, 32 Kirkgate, Silsden, Keighley, BD20 0AL. Tel: 07970 206003. Email: brett@phluidity.net Website: kcac.co.uk
WED.MAY 7. TIGER'S TODGER (R). BM. 7.00 p.m. 6m/880' from Sheffield Tigers RUFC, Hathersage Road, Sheffield (GR 299821). £5. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 35.06 S. Maycock 2006; f. 37.24 J. McIver 2007. 2nd race in the Totley Race Series. Showers and bar food at rugby club. Details: Philippa Weir, 4 Troutbeck Road, Millhouses, Sheffield, S7 2QA. Tel: 0114 258 3466. Website: totleyac.org.uk
THU.MAY 8. DRYDERDALE DASH (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5.5m from Hamsterley Forest Visitor Centre (GR 091312). £6. PM. Over 18. New race. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
FRI.MAY 9. PINHAW MOOR (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5m/700' from Red Lion Street, Earby, nr Colne (GR908467). £4.50. PM. Over 16. Records: 27.36 A. Norman 2006; f. 32.24 V. Wilkinson 2007. Race 2 of the Pendle & Burnley Grand Prix Race Series. Details: Peter Thompson, 22 Buckingham Drive, Read, Burnley, BB12 7QE. Tel: 07831 399092. Email: peter.thompson@rbs.co.uk Website: clayton-le-moors-harriers.co.uk
SAT.MAY 10. BELMONT WINTER HILL (R). BS. 1.15 p.m. 4.5m/1000' from the Belmont Bull (GR 673163). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.15 N.Wilkinson 1993; f. 36.30 J.Kenyon 1993. Juniors: U12, 1.5m/300'; U14, 2.0m/400'; U16, 2.5m/600'; mass start 12.30 p.m. Senior race incorporates the Inter-Counties Championship race. Donation to Bolton Mountain Rescue. Details: Dave Bateson, 92 High Street, Belmont Village, Bolton, BL7 8AL. Tel: 01204 811515. Email: dave.bateson@talk21.com
SAT.MAY 10. BEN LOMOND. AM. 1.00 p.m. 9m/3192' from Rowardennan. £10 - on-line entry at www.racentries.com. Teams free. Over 20. Records: 1.05.59 J. Lennox 2006; f. 1.16.12 A. Mudge 2006. Junior races: Fun Run, 11.30 a.m.; U14 (1994-1995), 11.50 a.m.; U16 (1992-1993), 12.00 noon; U18 (1990-1991), 12.20 p.m. Parking limited. Details: Don Reid, 15 Berriedale, Gardenhall, East Kilbride, G75 8ST. Tel: 013552 37060. Email: don@madasafish.com
SAT.MAY 10. CRESSBROOK CRAWL (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6.5m/1110' from Cressbrook Club (GR SK170731). £4 (includes a beer). Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 45.48 A. Ward 2006; f. 48.50 J. Lee 2007. Junior fun runs, ages 6 to 11, 0.5m to 2m. No safety pins. Event car park at mill - 5 min walk. Details: Bruce Dawson, The Gables, Cressbrook, Buxton, SK17 8SX. Tel: 0777 9127714. Email: brucedawson@highpeaktri.org Website: highpeaktri.org
SAT.MAY 10. FOEL FRAS. BL. 1.00 p.m. 13.5m/3100' from the Old Mill, Abergwyngregyn. £5 - includes refreshments. LK/NS/ER. Over 18. Records: 1.32.33 A. Vaughan 2007; f. 1.56.34 A.Roberts 2007. Details: Wyn Griffith, Hen Felin, Abergwyngregyn, LL33 0LP. Tel: 01248 680848 or 07767 778683. Email: hywelthomas@supanet.com Website: abergwyngregyn.org
SUN.MAY 11. EDALE CHASE (R). AM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/1800', registration at Edale Village Hall (GR SK124853). £6. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. New race. Details: Andy Jenkins, 3 Watermeadows, Edale, Hope Valley, S33 7ZQ. Tel: 01433 670003. Email: andy-jenkins@hotmail.co.uk Website: dpfr.co.uk
SUN.MAY 11. LORDSTONES/WAINSTONES (R). AM. 10.30 a.m. 8m/2100' from Carlton Bank Top Cafe, near Stokesley, N. Yorks. (GR 522031). £6, cheques payable to D. Parry - parking included. 250 limit. Teams men(4), women(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 53.38 R. Jebb 2006; f. 64.07 N. White 2006. Part of the Northern Runner/NE Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.MAY 11. MYTHOLMROYD (R). BM. 11.30 a.m.. 7m/1350' from Mytholmroyd Community Centre (GR 011260). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 44.03 K. Gray 2006; f. 54.30 S. Becconsall 2006. Changing & showers available for a small charge. Details: Linda Crabtree, 8 Hazelhurst Road, Queensbury, Bradford, BD13 2LT. Tel: 01274 816517. Email: linda@crabtree6600.freeserve.co.uk Website: halifaxharriers.co.uk
MON.MAY 12. TRUNCE 3 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.MAY 13. BURBAGE SKYLINE (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.75m/1200' from Fox House Inn (GR 267803) on A625 Hathersage to Sheffield road. £3. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 37.00 P. Winskill 2007; f. 43.11 J. McIver 2007. No safety pins. Registration closes at 7.15 p.m., 10 mins walk to start. Details: Andrew Moore, 5 Silverdale Crescent, Sheffield, S11 9JH. Tel: 0114 2620087. Email: chairman@dpfr.org.uk Website: dpfr.org.uk
TUE.MAY 13. CARRAGHAN (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 2.5m/1100' from Injebreck Reservoir, Injebreck, IOM (GR 358842). £3. NS. Over 16. Records: 20.13 S. Skillicorn 2007; f. 25.08 C. Partington 2005. No toilets. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
TUE.MAY 13. JACK BLOOR RACE (R). BS. 7.15 p.m. 5.2m/1150' from Darwin Gardens, Ilkley (GR 117470). £3. Teams free. LK/NS. Over 17. Records: 38.04 G.Hull 2007; f. 45.57 L.Wright 1995. Junior races: 6-7 years, 0.5m/180', 8-9 years, 0.5m/180'; 10-13 years, 1.0m/300'; 14-16 years, 1.5m/600'; 6.15 p.m. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Peter Haines, 22 Ashburn Place, Ilkley, LS29 9NW. Tel: 01943 607725 (before 9 p.m.). Email: hainesilkley@yahoo.co.uk Website: jackbloor.co.uk
TUE.MAY 13. MEARLEY CLOUGH (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 3.5m/1200' from the Calf's Head, Worston (GR 767428). £3 (includes pasta supper). PM/LK. Over 15. Records: 28.13 M. Whitfield 2005; f.35.55 B. Haywood 2006. No safety pins. Details: Geoff Newsam, 3 Greenfield Avenue, Chatburn, Clitheroe, BB7 4AJ. Tel: 01200 441328.
WED.MAY 14. CARADOC CLASSIC (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.5m/880' from Church Stretton Social Club, Essex Road (turn right over railway bridge on entering Church Stretton from the A49). £4. PM. Over 14. Records: 22.09 T. Davies 2004; f. 27.33 A. Bartlett 2007. Second race in Shropshire Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: Simon Daws, 2 Belmont Road, Ironbridge, Telford, TF8 7QT. Tel: 01952 433753. Email: fellrunner2004@yahoo.co.uk Website: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner
THU.MAY 15. NEW DUNGEON GILL (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/2100' from the New Dungeon Gill car park, Great Langdale). £3, includes food. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 33.46 I. Holmes 2006; f. 47.14 J. Reedy 2006. Proceeds to CAFOD - developing world charity. Details: Peter McHale, 13 Westlock Avenue, Leeds, LS9 7JT. Tel: 077399 75016.
SAT.MAY 17. 20TH OLD COUNTIES TOPS (R). AL. 8.00 a.m. 37m/10,000' from NT car park, New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, Great Langdale. £14 per pair (includes running top for all finishers) by May 10th with official form obtainable from organiser with SAE. Teams of 3 pairs free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 6.25.47 D.Nuttall/C.Valentine 1989; f. 8.38.42 H. Dawe/N. Jacquery 2005; mixed 7.49.00 M. Stone/R. Pickvance 1993. Not suitable for novices without Lake District experience. Extra prizes for record breakers. Details: Arthur Daniels, 6 Ibbotroyd Avenue, Todmorden, OL14 5NY. Tel: 01706 819706.
SAT.MAY 17. FAIRFIELD HORSESHOE (R). AM. 1.00 p.m. 9m/3000' from Rydal Hall, Ambleside (GR NY365064). £5 . Teams (3) free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 75.11 M.Roberts 2000; f. 88.52 V. Wilkinson 2005. Parking £1 per car. Tea/cake at finish. Details: Tony Walker, Fellside, Entry Lane, Kendal, LA9 4NQ. Tel: 01539 724286. Email: watershed@enterprise.net Website: amblesideac.org.uk
SAT.MAY 17. MOEL ELIO. AM. 1.00 p.m. 8m/3000' from Llanberis - exact venue to be confirmed. £4. Teams free. LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 58.36 M. Croasdale 1993; f. 72.44 M. Angharad 1996. British Championship counter. Juniors: U10/U12/U14/U16/U18 races, £1, prizes in all categories. Check website for further information. No safety pins. Details: Tim & Jayne Lloyd, Tyddyn Cae, Pontrug, Caernarfon, LL55 2SW. Tel: 01286 677785. Email: timjayne.caeathro@btopenworld.com Website: eryri.org.uk
SAT.MAY 17. MOUNT FAMINE (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/1700'. Registration at Hayfield Scout Hut, Swallowhouse Lane. £3. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records (for new course): 45.50 N. Craig 2007; f. 50.15 K. Davison 2007. Race start 1 km from registration. Counter in the Hayfield Championship. Details: Mark Boulton, 10 Highgate Road, Hayfield, High Peak, SK22 2JL. Tel: 01663 749253. Email: granv@highgate22.wanadoo.co.uk Website: cs.man.ac.uk/~temples/hc/
SUN.MAY 18. DFR SUMMER SERIES 1 (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1100' from Low Redford car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR079309). £6 or £22 for series pre-entry, cheques payable to "Durham Fell Runners", or on day. PM. Over 18. Part of 4 race handicap series - 3 races to count. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
TUE.MAY 20. FOX AND HOUNDS CHASE (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 9m/1500' from the Fox and Hounds pub, Ainthorpe, near Castleton, North Yorks. (GR 704078). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 58.05 R.Bergstrand 1996; f. 68.28 S.Wright 1991. Juniors: 2.5 m., £2, over 12. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
TUE.MAY 20. TOTLEY MOOR (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/1450' from the Cricket Inn, Totley (GR 302799). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 34.08 R. Little 2007; f. 40.35 J. Wilson 2007. Counter in the Totley Race Series. Details: Richard Snowden, 17 Heather Lea Place, Sheffield, S17 3DN. Tel: 0114 2365417. Website: totleyac.org.uk
WED.MAY 21. GOYT'S MOSS (R). BM. 7.30 p.m. 7m/1400' from Derbyshire Bridge Car Park, Goyt Valley, Nr Buxton (GR 019716). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 44.04 L. Taggart 2007; f. 56.21 L. Batt 2002. Race 1 of the 3 race "Goyt Valley Series". Details: Mark Fitzgerald, 23 Solomons View, Buxton, SK17 6PE. Tel: 01298 70092. Email: mark_a_fitzgerald@hotmail.com Website: fellraces.co.uk
WED.MAY 21. KILDWICK (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 3.75m/800' from the White Lion, Kildwick, between Keighley and Skipton (GR 011457). £3. Full set of junior races for over 6s. Parking limited. See website for details. Details: Brett Weeden, 32 Kirkgate, Silsden, Keighley, BD20 0AL. Tel: 07970 206003. Email: brett@phluidity.net Website: kcac.co.uk
SAT.MAY 24. HUTTON ROOF CRAGS (R). BM. 2.30 p.m. 7m/1300' from Hutton Roof Village Hall, nr Kirkby Lonsdale (GR SD570786). £4. Teams (4) free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 43.38 M.Croasdale 1991; f. 50.56 S.Rowell 1994. Junior races: Start at 1.45 p.m. with U12's, £2. No safety pins. Busy weekend - allow for heavy traffic. Details: John Dickinson, The Homestead, Hutton Roof, Carnforth, LA6 2PG. Tel: 015242 71929. Email: john@dickinsons.bbfree.co.uk Website: huttonroof.org.uk/
SAT.MAY 24. ISLE OF JURA. AL. 10.30 a.m. 16m/7500' from Craighouse distillery. £11 pre-entry, only on official form obtainable from website. No entry on the day. Limit 180. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 3.06.59 M.Rigby 1994; f. 3.45.31 A.Mudge 2003. Runners must have completed recent Cat. A races and be competent at mountain navigation. Junior races, all ages, organised by the village, from 11.00 a.m., entries on day. Traditional island welcome. Details: Phil Hodgson, Brookside, Stubbing Drive, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6LS. Tel: 01422 844936. Email: phil@todharriers.co.uk Website: jurafellrace.org.uk
SAT.MAY 24. RAS CADER IDRIS. AM. 2.00 p.m. 10.5m/3000' from Eldon Square, Dolgellau. £7 pre-entry or £10 on day. Teams (3) free. ER/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.21.18 C.Donnelly 1996; f. 1.33.58 M. Wilkinson 2006. Junior races from 11.00 a.m.; Fun Run/U12/U14/U16/U18. Details: Graeme Stringer, Meirionnydd R. C., Wenallt, Llanelltyd, Dolgellau, LL40 2TA. Tel: 07917 001173. Website: cader-race.co.uk
SUN.MAY 25. CROWDEN HORSESHOE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 8m/1700' from Crowden campsite, nr Woodhead off A628 (GR 073993). £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 55.00 A. Jones 2007; f. 65.18 J.McIver 2007. No safety pins. Details: Des Gibbons, 20 Queens Drive, Glossop, SK13 8RB. Tel: 07904 439241 or 01457 899569. Email: des_gibbons@hotmail.co.uk
SUN.MAY 25. HELVELLYN (R). AM. 12.00 noon. 11m/4500' from Bram Crag Farm, St.John's in the Vale, Keswick (GR319214). £5. Teams free. ER/PM/NS/LK. Over 18. Records: 1.37.03 S.Booth 1995; f. 1.55.33 C. Howard 2005. Details: Allan Buckley, 18 Jefferson Garth, Greystoke, Penrith, CA11 0UA. Tel: 01768 483737. Email: allan.buckley3@btinternet.com Website: keswick-ac.org.uk
SUN.MAY 25. ILKLEY TRAIL (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 6.5m/700' from Ilkley swimming pool. £6 pre-entry by May 18th or £7 on day. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. New race. Details: Lawrence Basham, 21 Old Lane, Addingham, Ilkley, LS29 0SA. Tel: 01943 830546. Email: lawrencebasham@googlemail.com Website: ilkleyharriers.org.uk
MON.MAY 26. AUSTWICK AMBLE (R). BM. 1.00 p.m. 8m/1200' from Austwick (GR 768684). £3.50. PM/LK. Over 18. Records: 49.23 J. Logue 2006; f. 57.05 C. Leah 2006. Also U12 & U14 junior races at 12.00 noon. Street market/gala supporting village organisations - donation invited. Details: Alec Rigby, The Knoll, Austwick, Lancaster, LA2 8BY. Tel: 015242 51422. Email: alecrigby@austwick.org Website: austwick.org
MON.MAY 26. BAMFORD SHEEPDOG TRIALS (R). BS. 1.00 p.m. 4.5m/1000' from Bamford Recreation Ground (GR 205829). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.09 L. Taggart 2005; f. 36.05 N. White 2002. No safety pins. Sheepdog trials with various attractions, bar & food, etc. Details: Malcolm Sowerby, Eccles View, Smalldale, Bradwell, Hope Valley, S33 9JQ. Tel: 01433 620060.
MON.MAY 26. SHUTLINGSLOE (R). AS. 2.45 p.m. 2m/900' from Crag Hall, Wildboarclough (GR SJ988688). £2 plus £1 entry to fete. Teams free. PM. Record: 15.11 S. Bailey 2004; 20.00 B. Haywood 2005. Juniors: U8/U10/U12/U14/U16/U18 races from 12.30 p.m., distances to comply with FRA rules. English Junior Champioship counter. Part of Wildboarclough Rose Queen Fete. Details: Jon Mayne, Toothill House, Macclesfield Forest, Macclesfield, SK11 0AR. Tel: 01260 253326 or 07770 634420. Email: jon.toothill@tinyworld.co.uk Website: wildboarclough.co.uk
MON.MAY 26. SURREY HILLS (R). BL. 10.30 a.m. Three races, all starting from the Priory School, West Bank, Dorking (GR TQ156488). Race A - 18m/2535'. Over 18. Records: 1.55.01 M.Chapman 1991; f. 2.29.59 H.Chung 2000. Race B - 10m/1268'. Over 18. Race C - 6m/730'. Over 16. £5 pre-entry/£6 on day plus £1 for SI timer hire. NS - no marshalls/marking. No safety pins. Details: Virginia Catmur, 73 Claygate Lane, Esher, KT10 0BQ. Tel: 020 8398 8190. Email: virginia@catmur.co.uk Website: sloweb.org.uk
MON.MAY 26. MYNYDD MYFYR (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 4m/500' from Trefonen Village Hall, nr Oswestry, Shropshire. £6. PM. Over 14. Records: 20.17 M. James 2007; f. 24.39 A. Bartlett 2007. Also 1m children's fun run on field, at 12.30 p.m. 1st race in the new Doug Morris series - see website. Details: Jon Hancock, The Gables, Ruyton XI Towns, Shrewsbury, SY4 1HU. Tel: 01939 260308. Email: jon-susie.hancock@virgin.net Website: oswestryolympians.co.uk
TUE.MAY 27. STANHILL (R). BS. 7.15 p.m. 5m/800' from the Britannia pub, Haslingden Old Road (B6232), Oswaldtwistle, Accrington. £4 on night or £2.50 to organiser before 20th.May. Teams men(3), ladies(2) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.53 T. Cornthwaite 2004; f. 37.37 L. Clough 2004. Also junior races; U16/U14/U11, 6.30 p.m., 2m/400', £1.50 on day; U10, 0.75m/100'; U9/U8, 0.5m; 50p on day, 6.45 p.m. £25 to first m/f to break course records. Do not park on "USHA" carpark. Details: Lee Passco, 14 Clarence Road, Accrington, BB5 0NA. Tel: 01254 879839 or 07746 523691. Email: lee@passco.orangehome.co.uk Website: freewebs.com/stanhillfellrace
TUE.MAY 27. TWO RIGGS (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 6.5m/1350' from Bram Crag Farm, St.John's in the Vale, Keswick (GR 319214). £5. Teams free. LK/PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 39.13 N. Sharp 2003; f. 46.38 V. Wilkinson 2005. Details: Allan Buckley, 18 Jefferson Garth, Greystoke, Penrith, CA11 0UA. Tel: 01768 483737. Email: allan.buckley3@btinternet.com Website: keswick-ac.org.uk
WED.MAY 28. HARROCK HILL 1 (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.2m/900' from the Farmers Arms, Bispham Green (GR 497130). £3 on night or £9 for series. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.28 N. Leigh 2006; f. 36.38 L. Hayes 2003. Pub closed Oct. 2007 - check with organiser before travel. Details: Andy Quickfall, 26 Chaucer Close, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5UJ. Tel: 01257 450339. Email: andyquickfall@hotmail.com (preferred)
SAT.MAY 31. CARNEDDAU. AM. 12.00 noon. 10m/4000' from a venue to be confirmed. £4. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. New course and venue. Check WFRA website nearer the time or contact organiser for further information. Details: Ross Powell, Pen y Buarth Farm, Upper Llandwrog, Caernarfon, LL54 7RD. Tel: 01286 881491. Email: penybuarth@tiscali.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
SAT.MAY 31. DUDDON VALLEY (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 18m/6000' from the Newfield Inn, Seathwaite, Duddon Valley, Cumbria (GR 227960). £6 pre-entry, entry form from website or with SAE from organiser, cheques payable to "Duddon Valley Fell Race", or £7 on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records (from new start): 2.42.35 I. Holmes 2007; f.,3.18.43 J. McIver 2007. New start will be used again. Also short course; 9m/3000'; 11.15 a.m., £6 entry on day. Details: James Goffe, High Hurst, Ulpha, Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6DZ. Tel: 01229 716869. Email: james@melville18.co.uk Website: duddonvalley.co.uk
SAT.MAY 31. GLAS TULAICHEAN UPHILL RACE. AS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/2200' from Glenlochsie Farm, Spittal of Glenshee (GR 087713 on OS 43). £4 (£2 SAL/UKA members). Entries close 1.20 p.m. Teams free. Fully marked. Over 18. Records: 33.50 B.Quinn 1997; f. 38.50 A.Mudge 2003. Finish is at 3400' so entrants must supply warm clothing for transport to finish for them. Details: Martin Hyman, 36 Harburn Avenue, Livingston, EH54 8NQ. Tel: 01506 412322. Email: martinhyman@clara.co.uk
SAT.MAY 31. PUMA GARBURN TRAIL (R). CL. 11.15 a.m. 13.9/1400' from Staveley, Cumbria. See website for entry details. Teams (5) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 74.10 A. Jones/P.Riley 2007; f. 84.49 M. Wilkinson 2006. Limit 1000. Sport trail (over 12) and U8/U10/U12 fun trails. Event T-shirt. Wilf's meal included in entry fee. See website for other events at venue and entertainments etc. Details: Claire Boothroyd, Event Manager, VO2 Max Events, 71 Serpentine Road, Kendal, LA9 4PD. Tel: 01539 723435. Email: claire@lakelandtrails.org Website: lakelandtrails.org
SAT.MAY 31. WINCLE TROUT RACE (R). BS. 2.45 p.m. 5.5m/900' from Burnt House Farm, Wincle (GR SJ967663). £5.50 pre-entry( includes entry to Village Fete), £7on day. Race limit 300 - exceeded 2007. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 36.06 A. Ellis 2004; f. 46.02 B. Ellis 2004. Junior race for 10-15s, 1.9m., £2 pre-entry/£2.50 on day, limit 60. Senior finishers receive a fresh trout, junior runners a medal. In aid of church & school. Please arrive early. Details: Alan Weeks, Danebank House, Wincle, Macclesfield, SK11 0QE. Tel: 01260 227683. Email: alan@hanging-stone.freeserve.co.uk Website: wincle.org.uk
Jun 08
SUN.JUN 1. SADDLEWORTH (R). AS. 12.00. 3m/950' from Tanners Waterside Mill, Greenfield, Saddleworth (GR SE002038). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 15 (U18s need signed consent of a parent/guardian). Records: 18.50 R.Wilde 1978; f. 22.49 C.Greenwood 1984. FULL KIT/EQUIPMENT must be brought to event. Kit check at start. Details: Tim Lord, 42 Church Road, Uppermill, Oldham, OL3 6EJ. Tel: 01457 878615. Email: timrun@supanet.com Website: saddleworth-runners.co.uk
SUN.JUN 1. SAUGHHILL. AS. 3.00 p.m. 2.8m/870' from Victory Park, Girvan, Ayrshire. £2 adults/£1 juniors. Records: 21.38 E. Jardine 2005; f. 29.06 J. Emsley 2005. Junior race for over 8s. Details: Nat Taylor, 2 Cuddieston, Girvan, KA26 0EN. Tel: 01465 715745. Email: nathanieltaylor@btinternet.com
SUN.JUN 1. SCOLTY HILL. AS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/1300' from Scolty Forest Car Park. £3/£5 (non SAL). Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 33.05 A. Wright 2006; f. 37.38 T. Brindley 2005. Junior races; U12, 1m/200'; U14/U16/U18, 2m/600'. No toilets. Details: David Hirst, Strathweltie, Tarland, Aboyne, AB34 4YS. Tel: 013398 81448. Email: david.hirst@nr.no Website: homepages.tesco.net/~deeside.runners
SUN.JUN 1. YETHOLM. AM. 1.00 p.m. 8m/2500' from Halterburn nr Kirk Yetholm (GR 840277 on OS 74). £4. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.02.02 J. Brooks 2000; f. 1.17.03 C. Miller 2000. Toilets in Town Yetholm. To be run anti-clockwise for 2008 - prizes for m/f winners for beating clockwise record. Details: Les Turnbull, Todrig, Coldstream, Berwickshire, TD12 4JA. Tel: 07950 766802. Email: les.turnbull@tiscali.co.uk Website: norhamrc.co.uk
SUN.JUN 1. LAYCOCK GALA (R). CS. Please note change of date from June 8th and most other details. 2.00 p.m. 4m from Laycock Village Hall. £5. Over 16. New course. Details: Peter Moon, 46 Chapel Lane, Laycock, Keighley, BD22 0PG. Tel: 01535 690596. Email: regal.garden@yahoo.co.uk
MON.JUN 2. TRUNCE 4 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.JUN 3. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
TUE.JUN 3. OSSY OIKS (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 8.5m/1800' from Sheepwash carpark, next to Cod Beck Reservoir, Osmotherley, North Yorks. (GR 469993). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 48.59 A. Hilton 2006; f. 55.58 R.Smith 2002. No toilets. No safety pins. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
TUE.JUN 3. PADDY'S POLE (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 4.5m/1100' from Fell Foot, nr Chipping (GR 602442). £3 - includes pie "n" peas. Teams free. LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 27.27 J. Symonds 2007; f. 34.09 N. White 2007. Parking very restricted. Showers available. Details: Michael McLoughlin, 21 St Margarets Close, Ingol, Preston, PR2 3ZU. Tel: 07977 439060. Email: ma.mcloughlin@virgin.net Website: prestonharriers.com
WED.JUN 4. BLENCATHRA (R). AM. 7.00 p.m. 8m/2700' from the Fell Gate, Mungrisdale (GR NY363302). £1 (no prizes). Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 59.15 A.Bowness 1989; f. 74.34 A.Brand-Barker 1994. No parking at Mill Inn - use roadside verges nr Village Hall. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Anthony Labram, 3 Park View, Culgaith, Penrith, CA10 1QL. Tel: 01768 88425. Email: anthonylabram@yahoo.co.uk Website: edenrunners.co.uk
WED.JUN 4. CALVER PEAK (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/900' from the Derwentwater Arms carpark, Calver Village, nr Bakewell (GR 241747). £3.50. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 30.28 A. Thake 2007; f. 36.35 C. Patton 2002. Details: Peter Grover & Matt Boyes, 41 Smithy Knoll Road, Calver, Hope Valley, S32 3XW. Tel: 01433 631711. Email: calverfellrace@btinternet.com
WED.JUN 4. CHEVIN (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.5m/900' from Otley Town Centre (GR 202453). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 17.04 I.Holmes 2001; f. 21.08 P.Munro 2001. No toilets. Details: Andrew Brear, 57 Chatsworth Crescent, Pudsey, Leeds, LS28 8LB. Tel: 01274 660519 (evenings only). Website: skyrac.org.uk
WED.JUN 4. RAINOW FIVE (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/750' from Rainow Institute. £3. PM. Over 18. Records: 31.28 M.Kinch 1992; f. 37.49 C.Banlin 1994. Refreshments available at Rainow Institute from 6.30 p.m. Details: Colin Fray, The Stables, Ward Lane, Disley, Stockport, SK12 2BZ. Tel: 01663 766508. Email: colin@c-fray.orangehome.co.uk
THU.JUN 5. HENDERSONS END (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.8m/800' from Rivington Hall Barn (GR SD634145). £3. PM/LK. Over 16. Records: 36.52 N. Leigh 2007; f. 47.56 K. Nash 2007. U12/U14/U16 junior race; 1.8m/200', £1. All registration and prizegiving at start/finish area. Toilets nearby (GR 629139). No safety pins. Details: Adrian Hope, 35 Canal Walk, Chorley, PR6 0TW. Tel: 07795 965932. Email: hopey_73@hotmail.com Website: lostockac.co.uk
THU.JUN 5. TANSLEY HILL (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. 4.3m/600' from Tansley Fete Field, Tansley, Matlock (GR 323601). £3.50. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 26.31 R. Keal 2007; f. 31.00 C. Howard 2003. Family fun run at 6.30 p.m. Barbeque. Details: Barry Mosley, 2 Goldhill Cottages, Tansley, Matlock, DE4 5FG. Tel: 01629 56378.
SAT.JUN 7. ALWINTON (R). BL. 11.30 a.m. 14m/2900' from the Rose & Thistle, Alwinton, Northumberland (GR NT921063 on OS80). £5. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.26.05 P.Dymoke 1991; f.1.46.58 J.Salvona 1995. No junior races. Toilets at Rose & Thistle and National Parks car park. No safety pins. Details: Keith Cooper, Tel: 01670 514195. Website: morpethharriers.freeservers.com
SAT.JUN 7. GLEN MONA HORSESHOE (R). AM. 2.00 p.m. 7m/2150' from Glen Mona Hotel, IOM (GR 453887). £3. NS. Over 18. Records: 1.03.33 S. Skillicorn 2006; f. 1.22.27 C. Partington 2007. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
SAT.JUN 7. KELBROOK (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 3.4m/700' from Kelbrook Parish Church (GR SD903447). £4.50. PM. Over 16. Records: 21.26 T. Cornthwaite 2004; f. 25.37 C. Leah 2004. Details: Ian Ramsay, 21 Quernmore Drive, Kelbrook, Barnoldswick, BB18 6TX. Tel: 01282 843867. Email: i.t.ramsay@talk21.com
SAT.JUN 7. LOWE ALPINE MOUNTAIN MARATHON. MM. Two-person, two-day event over wild mountain country with special map and isolated overnight camp. Venue will be in the Scottish Highlands. Unique and friendly atmosphere - the connoisseur's Mountain Marathon. Courses of varying length. See website for further information. On-line entry only. Website: lamm.co.uk
SAT.JUN 7. PEN Y GHENT (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 5.9m/1650' from Horton in Ribblesdale Playing Fields (GR 806727). £4. NS. Over 16. Records: 42.54 M.Roberts 1997; f. 50.03 C.Greenwood 1993. Part of Horton Gala Day. Race map and details on website. No safety pins. Incorporates Senior Yorkshire Championships. Details: Andrew Hinde, Newfield Farm, Ingleton-via-Carnforth, LA6 3DU. Tel: 015242 42276. Website: settleharriers.org
SAT.JUN 7. WELSH 1000 METRE PEAKS. AL. Full race - 9.30 a.m.; 22m/8000' from Aber (GR 647732); £9 to entries secretary (address below), no entry on day. Teams free. ER/NS/PM. Over 17. Records: 3.27.20 G.Bland 1999; f. 4.02.39 A.Mudge 1999. Also short race with Junior class (8m/4000), 11.00 a.m. from Ogwen (GR 650604). Entry forms from Jean Hall, 81 Brook Street, Wymeswold, Loughborough, Leics., LE12 6TT; Tel: 01509 880506. Details: Harvey Lloyd, 37 Stockleys Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9RH. Tel: 01865 750067. Email: harvey@richlloyd.fsnet.co.uk Website: gorphwysfaclub.com
SAT.JUN 7. WHARFEDALE OFF-ROAD HALF MARATHON (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 13m/2300' from Wharfedale Rugby Club, Wharfedale Ave. Threshfield, Skipton (GR 990643). £14 pre-entry or £16 on the day - includes meal and T-shirt. Entry forms from Rowan Martin (Fund Raising Dept.), St Gemma's Hospice, 329 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 6QD. Tel: 0113 218 5505. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.30.14 A. Robertshaw 2007; f. 152.58 T. Sloan & K. Wood Doyle 2007. Entry limit 200. No safety pins. Details: Michael Hawkins, Hawksnest, Hawkswick, Skipton, BD23 5QA. Tel: 01756 770255. Email: mick@mghawks.com Website: wharfedalerufc.co.uk
SAT.JUN 7. WHARFEDALE OFF-ROAD MARATHON (R). CL. 10.30 a.m. 26m/2600' from Wharfedale Rugby Club, Wharfedale Ave. Threshfield, Skipton (GR 990643). £14 pre-entry or £16 on the day - includes meal and T-shirt. Entry forms from Rowan Martin (Fund Raising Dept.), St Gemma's Hospice, 329 Harrogate Road, Leeds, LS17 6QD. Tel: 0113 218 5505. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.58.37 P. Hart 2007; f. 3.36.05 C. Farrow 2007. Entry limit 150. No safety pins. Details: Michael Hawkins, Hawksnest, Hawkswick, Skipton, BD23 5QA. Tel: 01756 770255. Email: mick@mghawks.com Website: wharfedalerufc.co.uk
SUN.JUN 8. EDALE (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 4.7m/1328', registration at Edale Village Hall (GR SK124853). £5 includes entry to Country Day. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 31.46 S. Bailey 2005; f. 38.23 J. McIver 2007. Part of Edale Country Day. Details: Andy Jenkins, 3 Watermeadows, Edale, Hope Valley, S33 7ZQ. Tel: 01433 670003. Email: andy-jenkins@hotmail.co.uk Website: dpfr.co.uk
SUN.JUN 8. FLAGSTAFF TO CARLINGFORD. AM. 11.00 a.m. 11m/3100' from Flagstaff car park, Newry (GR 106200). £6 on day + bus fare. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.27.25 D. McNeilly 1997; f. 2.02.04 S. Donnelly 2000. NIMRA Championship counter. Bus to start from Carlingford at 10.30 a.m. (check with organiser). Refreshments and prizegiving in Church Hall, Carlingford. Details: Brian Vallely, 14 Victoria Street, Armagh, BT61 9DT. Tel: 028 3751 1248. Email: jbvallely@tiscali.co.uk Website: nimra.org.uk
SUN.JUN 8. HARRY ASPINALL STACKSTEADS FAIR (R). BS. 1.00 p.m. 3.5m/850' from Stacksteads Recreation Ground (GR SD855216). £2. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 14. Record: 22.59 D. Milliken 2006; f. 29.52 H. Corbishley 2006. Junior races from 11.30 a.m. for all age groups. English Junior Championship counter. Lancashire Junior Fell Championships for U12/U14/U16/U18/U23 categories, medals for first 3 boys & girls plus perpetual trophies in each category. No toilets. No safety pins. Country Fair. Details: Steve Clawson, 25 Fieldfare Way , Bacup, OL13 9PP. Tel: 01706 879473. Email: s.clawson@tiscali.co.uk Website: rossendaleharriers.co.uk
SUN.JUN 8. HEBDEN BRIDGE (formerly Carnival) (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 5.9m/1150' from Calder Holmes Park, Hebden Bridge (GR 993270). £3.50. Teams free. NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 44.40 C. Smale 2007; f. 52.29 L. Lacon 2007. For parking information see website. Details: Andrew Bibby, 2 Hebble End, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6HJ. Tel: 01422 844026. Email: andrew@andrewbibby.com Website: todharriers.co.uk
SUN.JUN 8. LAYCOCK GALA (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/900' from Gala Field (GR 033411). £3. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 30.50 G. Pearce 2007; f. 47.57 A. Gray 2007. Limited toilet facilities. No safety pins. Parking in Gala Field car park. Details: Tim Edward, Sandy Bank, Goose Eye, Keighley, BD22 0PD. Tel: 01535 609411. Email: gooseeyetim@hotmail.com
SUN.JUN 8. MERRICK. AM. 1.00 p.m. 8.5m/3300' from Bruce's Stone, Glentrool, near Newton Stewart (GR NX415803). £4. Records: 1.19.48 P.Davies 2002; f. 1.38.25 E. Schmidt 2007. Junior race, over 12; £1. Details: Nat Taylor, 2 Cuddieston, Girvan, KA26 0EN. Tel: 01465 715745. Email: nathanieltaylor@btinternet.com
SUN.JUN 8. SHINING CLIFF WOODS 3 (R). BS. 12.00 noon. 5m/900' from Hurt Arms, Ambergate, Derbys. (GR 346515 on OS 794). £3 + £1 Forestry Commission. Over 16. Records: 27.31 S.Penney 2001; f. 30.45 C.Patton 2001. Juniors/beginners race, 2.5m/450'; juniors U16 (over 12) £1.50. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 880338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
TUE.JUN 10. BINGLEY ST IVES (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. 4m/450' from Bingley St Ives Young Disabled Unit car park. £5 pre-entry and on night. Teams free. Over 14. Charity fund raiser for Riding for Disabled. Details: Mary Green, 42 Westwood Crescent, Bingley, BD16 1NN. Tel: 01274 568757. Email: marygreen_88@hotmail.com Website: bingleyharriers.org.uk
WED.JUN 11. BOAR'S HEAD. BM. 7.30 p.m. 8m/1322' from the Boar's Head Hotel, Shrigley Road North, Poynton (GR SJ943833). £3. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 43.24 L. Taggart 2007; f. 52.01 J. Lee 2007. No safety pins. Details: Dave Jones, 114 Dale House Fold, Poynton, SK12 1DG. Tel: 01625 873347. Email: djonesfra@aol.com
WED.JUN 11. HOLCOMBE TWO TOWERS (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 4m/1300' from the Hare & Hounds on A676, 3 miles NNW of Bury (GR779153). £3. Teams free. ER. Over 17. New shorter, tougher route - email for map etc. No safety pins. Details: David Archer, 2 Kendal Road, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0 9SP. Tel: 01204 883544. Email: darcherbury@hotmail.com
WED.JUN 11. TEBAY (R). AM. 7.30 p.m. 8m/3000' from Tebay Recreation Ground (GR NY618045). £5. Teams free. NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.10.39 M.Roberts 1993; f. 1.24.10 N.Davies 1995. Parking, changing facilities and food available at Tebay Club. Pete Bland Sports Road Show on site. Details: Sarah Blundell, 1 North View, Mount Pleasant, Tebay, CA10 3TH. Tel: 01539 624660. Email: sarah.blundell@eden.gov.uk Website: tebay.org/lid/index.php?intid=731
THU.JUN 12. BEACON HILL (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 5.75m/1500' from the National Park Lordenshaw carpark, Rothbury,Northumberland (GR 053988). £4. Teams (3) free. ER/LK/PM. Over 16. Records; 46.24 S.Scott 1998; f. 58.50 K. Robertson 2004. No toilets. Details: Paul Appleby, Twiney Riggs, Silverton Lane, Rothbury, Morpeth, NE65 7RJ. Tel: 01669 620871. Email: paulappleby@hotmail.co.uk
SAT.JUN 14. DURISDEER. AM. 12.00 noon. 10.5m/3800' from Durisdeer, nr Thornhill, Dumfriesshire (GR NS894037). Pre-entry by 7th June - entry forms/information from organiser or www.shr.uk.com. Teams (3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.32.22 P. Davies 2003; f. 1.54.42 J. Mykura 2003. British Championship counter. Do not park in village - use parking provided. Details: Adam Anderson, Carserigg, Kirkconnel, Sanquhar, DG4 6LH. Tel: 07760 220843. Email: andersona@rpsgroup.com
SAT.JUN 14. ENNERDALE HORSESHOE (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 23m/7500' from Ennerdale Scout Camp (GR 085153). £8.50 (includes SPORTident dibber) to organiser by 9th.June, cheques payable to "CFRA", use FRA entry form. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 3.20.57 K.Stuart 1985; f. 4.06.04 T.Calder 1990. No toilets. Details: Colin Dulson, 5 Sunnyside, Kendal, LA9 7DJ. Tel: 01539 735134. Email: colin@acorncoaching.com Website: cfra.co.uk
SAT.JUN 14. MAN VERSUS HORSE MARATHON. BL. 11.00 a.m. 22m/4000' from Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys (GR 879467). £20 - see website for details. Over 18 or over 16 for relay team of 3. Records: 1.57.05 M. Croasdale 1990; f. 2.30.38 M. Horton 2004. Excellent prizes. Pasta party on Fri. included in entry. Mementoes for all finishers. Details: Gordon Green, Elenedd, Victoria Road, Llanwrtyd Wells, LD5 4SU. Tel: 01591 610270. Email: gordon88green@btopenworld.com Website: green-events.co.uk
SAT.JUN 14. TRAPRAIN LAW RACE. CM. 3.00 p.m. 6.5m/700' from Memorial Park, School Road, East Linton (GR NT590773). £4. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 37.26 G. Booth 1996; f. 41.13 A. Mudge 2002. Details: Trevor Collins, Woodlaw, Markle Road, East Linton, EH40 3EB. Tel: 01620 860600. Email: trevor.collins@virgin.net Website: carnethy.com
SUN.JUN 15. BRADFORD MILLENIUM WAY RELAY (R). . 8.00 a.m. 48m/6500'in five stages run in pairs from Bradford & Bingley Rugby Club, Wagon Lane, Bingley (GR116382). £70 per team of 10 - see website for details. Limit of 50 teams. Open, men, vets, ladies and mixed (1M/1F each leg) team categories. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 5.36.57 Pudsey & Bramley 2006; f. 7.14.01 Bingley Harriers 2006. No toilets at some handovers. Details: Jack Verity, 20 High House Avenue, Bradford, BD2 4ER. Tel: 01274 400993. Email: jlverity@blueyonder.co.uk Website: stbedesac.org.uk
SUN.JUN 15. HUNSHELF AMBLE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7.5m/1300' from Green Moor Cricket Pavilion (GR SK280993). £3. PM. Over 18. Records: 54.49 M. Sprot 2007; f. 61.48 L. Lacon 2007. Fun Run for all, 11.20 a.m.; Challenging Fun Run (over 11), 11.10 a.m.; both £1 and under parish council insurance (ie not UKA insurance or FRA rules). Please note change of date to Sunday. No safety pins. Details: David Horsfall, Oberwald, Forge Lane, Wortley, Sheffield, S35 7DN. Tel: 0114 288 3684. Email: david@oberwald.fsnet.co.uk
SUN.JUN 15. KINDER TROG (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 16m/3490' from the Scout Hut, Swallow House Lane, Hayfield, Derbyshire (GR 035873). £4.50. Teams (3) free. LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.46.45 L. Taggart 2006; f. 2.11.14 J. Lee 2006. Long counter in the Hayfield Championship. Details: Jonathan Butterworth, Barley Castle Yard, Market Street, Hayfied, High Peak, SK22 2EP. Tel: 01663 741312. Email: jb@kingfisher1.net Website: cs.man.ac.uk/~temples/hc/
SUN.JUN 15. KNOWL HILL (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1300' from the Brown Cow P.H., Edenfield Road, Norden, Rochdale (GR 858146). £4. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 41.23 D.Lewis 2000; f. 50.06 L.Whittaker 2000. Final race of Rochdale Harriers three-day event (3 x 6 miles) - Fri. (road), Sat (multi-terrain) & Sun. (fell). Details: Phil Roberts, 19 Shepherd Street, Norden, Rochdale, OL11 5SU. Tel: 01706 341731. Email: phil.w.roberts@talk21.com Website: rochdaleharriers.co.uk
TUE.JUN 17. WHORLTON RUN (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 7m/1080' from Black Horse pub, Swainby, nr Stokesley, N. Yorks. £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 42.38 G. Dunn 2006; f. 49.02 A. Raw 2007. Part of Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Fund raising event for local charity and playing fields. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
WED.JUN 18. 20TH BEN SHEANN. AS. 7.30 p.m. 2.5m/1400' from Strathyre, Perthshire. £4. PM. Over 15. Records: 22.54 A.Kitchin 1991; f. 27.37 A.Mudge 2007. Details: Archie Bennie, 21 Ledi Court, Callander, FK17 8EX. Tel: 01877 331713. Website: stucachroin5000.org.uk
WED.JUN 18. JAMES'S THORN (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/1610' from the Royal Oak, Sheffield Road (A57), Glossop (GR 049942). £3.50. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 16. Record: 33.41 R. Graham 2007. No safety pins. Details: Des Gibbons, 20 Queens Drive, Glossop, SK13 8RB. Tel: 07904 439241. Email: des_gibbons@hotmail.co.uk
WED.JUN 18. RODNEY'S PILLAR HANDICAP RACE. AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.9m/950' from Criggion village hall, Criggion (GR 296149 on OS 126). £4. PM. Over 16. Records: 20.57 M. James 2006; f. 26.27 A. Bartlett 2007. "Just for fun" race within a race - finish times adjusted with your personal handicap. Anyone could win - look out for details. No safety pins. Details: Pauline & Keith Richards, 23 St Anne's Road, Collegefields, Shrewsbury, SY3 6AU. Tel: 01743 352387. Email: keithandpauline01@btinternet.com Website: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner/
WED.JUN 18. THE DRUID. AS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/1250'' from the Druid Inn (GR 188605), Llanferris on A494 west of Mold. £3. Over 16. Records: 34.44 I. Houston 2006; f. 37.21 A. Frost 2007. Details: John Linley, Riversdale, Fford y Felin, Treuddyn, Mold, CH7 4BD. Tel: 01352 771543. Email: john-linley@tiscali.co.uk
WED.JUN 18. WEETS (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 5.5m/1800' from Letcliffe Park, Barnoldswick (GR 879458). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 39.27 R. Hope 2003; f. 48.34 V. Peacock 2003. No toilets. Prize giving at Greyhound pub. Half proceeds to local cancer charity. Details: Kevin Rogan, 1 Greenbank, Barnoldswick, BB18 6HX. Tel: 01282 812961. Email: thefellrunner@hotmail.com Website: wharfedaleharriers.org.uk
THU.JUN 19. GRINDLEFORD (R). CS. 7.30 p.m. 4.5m/500' from Bishop's Pavilion, Grindleford (GR SK244778). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 31.11 T. Austin 2006; f. 36.56 K.Dalton 1997. Refreshments available. No safety pins. Details: Joy Benn, Highmead, Sir William Hill Road, Grindleford, Hope Valley, S32 2HS. Tel: 01433 630221. Email: highmead@supanet.com
THU.JUN 19. WALSH TWO LADS (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.25m/900'from the Bridge Inn, Church Street, Horwich. £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 30.55 R. Hope 2005; f. 37.39 K. Ingram 2004. Part of the Tour of Horwich and Rivington series - see website for details. Details: Colin Jones, 3 Church Street, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 6AH. Tel: 01204 690013 or 07773 160675. Email: colin@vapor-tek.co.uk Website: horwichrmiharriers.co.uk
FRI.JUN 20. WICKEN HILL WHIZZ (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/1000' from Mytholmroyd Community Centre, nr Hebden Bridge (GR SE011260). £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 14. Records: 20.47 J. Logue 2006; f. 25.16 J. Waites 2006. Details: Bill Johnson, Trough Farm, Old Riding Lane, Luddenden, Halifax, HX2 6SR. Tel: 01422 881312. Email: watchcave@hotmail.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
SAT.JUN 21. ALFRED HULME GREAT HILL (R). BS. 3.00 p.m. 5.75m/1300' from Brinscall & Withnell RFC Club, School Lane, Brinscall (GR622215). £3.50 pre-entry/ £5.50 on day. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 34.35 L.Warburton 1996; f.38.43 C.Greenwood 1997. Junior races from 2.15 p.m.: U13 (over 11), 2m; U15/U17, 3m; £2 pre-entry/ £3 on day. Entries To: Events Co-ordinator, Chorley AC, 58 Millbrook Close, Wheelton, Chorley, PR6 8JY. Cheques payable to Chorley AC. Part of Brinscall Festival. Details: Michael Coppin, 11A Wymundsley, Astley Village, Chorley, PR7 1US. Tel: 01257 241451. Email: tdickenson@tesco.net Website: chorleyac.org
SAT.JUN 21. BUCKDEN PIKE (R). AS. 2.30 p.m. 4m/1500' from Buckden Village Green (GR942774). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.51 C. Donnelly 1988; f. 36.32 C. Greenwood 1993. Village Gala. Details: Graham Wadsworth, Higher Stone Gappe, Lothersdale, Keighley, BD20 8EE. Tel: 07976 794749. Email: graham.wadsworth@wadsworth.vispa.com Website: wharfedaleharriers.org.uk
SAT.JUN 21. CHROME HILL (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 4m/700' from Hollinsclough Primary School (GR065665). £3. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 14. Records: 28.18 L. Taggart 1999; f. 34.29 E. Batt 1997. Details: Amanda Dennison, Daisy Bank, Newtown, Longnor, Buxton, SK17 0NE. Tel: 01298 83526.
SAT.JUN 21. DARREN JONES CLOUGHA PIKE (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 5m/1250' from Quernmore Village Crossroads (GR SD520591), nr Lancaster. £1.50 PLUS £2.50 entry to Sports Field. Teams free. PM/LK. Over 16. Records; 36.30 M. Croasdale 2006; f. 42.13 J. Hargreaves 2004. Also junior races; U8, U10, U12, U14, U16 (as at 1st Jan) from 2 p.m.; £1. Junior teams can be mixed. Village Sports, refreshments etc. Details: John Gibbison, 48 Fulwood Drive, Bare, Morecambe, LA4 6QZ. Tel: 01524 417694. Email: johngibbison@hotmail.com
SAT.JUN 21. JAMES BLAKELEY FELL RACE (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 3m/900' from Harden Moss Sheepdog Trials, Greenfield Road, Holmfirth. Pay to enter sheepdog trials - race free. Teams free. PM. Over 16. New course. Part of Holmfirth Harriers' centenary celebrations. Details: Julian Rank, 9 Holme View Drive, Upperthong, Holmfirth, HD9 3HL. Tel: 01484 681480. Email: julian-rank@tiscali.co.uk Website: holmfirthharriers.com
SAT.JUN 21. LAKES RUNNER GREAT LAKES RUN (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 12m/5500'. Start to be confirmed - possibly from Cockley Beck. £4. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. New event. N.B. all details provisional - access still to be finalised with NT. Check website nearer the time. The ultimate horseshoe from Crinkle Crags to Scafell. Details: Ian Barnes & Martin Bagness, 3-4 Cheapside, Ambleside, LA22 0AB. Tel: 015394 33660. Email: info@lakesrunner.com Website: lakesrunner.com
SAT.JUN 21. LAKESIDE-GUMMERS HOWE (R). AS. 5.30 p.m.(individual race); 6.30 p.m. (team race). 3m/900' plus 1/4m return row across Lake Windermere, from Lakeside Hotel at SW end of Lake Windermere. £5 per individual or £15 per team of three on official form only, obtainable from organiser after 1st.February. PM. Over 16. Records: individual 24.46 I. Holmes 2006; team 25.51 Limited Edition 2004. Details: Dave Birch, 29 Howard Terrace, Morpeth, NE61 1HT. Tel: 01670 514256 or 07974 786607. Email: dbi57@hotmail.com
SAT.JUN 21. MOEL HEBOG. AS. 2.00 p.m. 4m/2400' from Beddgelert Tourist Information Centre (GR 591481). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 43.57 C. Donnelly 1989; f. 56.05 A. Brand-Barker 1985. Details: Ross Powell, Pen y Buarth Farm, Upper Llandwrog, Caernarfon, LL54 7RD. Tel: 01286 881491. Email: penybuarth@tiscali.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
SAT.JUN 21. RESERVOIR BOGS (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 7m/1100' from Hare & Hounds, Chiserley, nr Hebden Bridge (GR SE005280). £4. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Route changes slightly each year - checkpoint locations revealed on morning of race. Checkpoints have cut off times - early start at 10.45 a.m. available (see website). See separate entry for junior races. Details: Bill Johnson, Trough Farm, Old Riding Lane, Luddenden, Halifax, HX2 6SR. Tel: 01422 881312. Email: watchcave@hotmail.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
SAT.JUN 21. RESERVOIR BOGS JUNIOR RACES (R). . 11.30 a.m onwards from Hare & Hounds, Chiserley, nr Hebden Bridge (GR SE005280). Juniors: U8(over6), 0.3m/40'; U10, 0.9m/125'; U12 & U14, 1.9m/200'; U16 & U18, 3.8m/400'; £1 for U8, £1.50 other ages. Routes and records on website. U16/U18 race counts towards Midsummer Madness series. Medals for all placed runners and chocolates galore. See separate entry for senior event. Details: Alistair Whitelaw, 1 Calder Grove, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5AG. Tel: 07812 593660. Email: vial@tesco.net Website: cvfr.co.uk
SUN.JUN 22. DFR SUMMER SERIES 2 (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1100' from Low Redford car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR079309). £6 pre-entry, cheques payable to "Durham Fell Runners", or on day. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.JUN 22. GB/NI TRIAL (R). . Trials for European Mountain Running Championships. Venue: Sedbergh. Further information will be advertised nearer the time on the UKA and FRA websites. Details: Sarah Rowell, Tel: 07712 051002. Email: saz@srowell.demon.co.uk
SUN.JUN 22. SETTLE HILLS (R). AM. 1.00 p.m. 7m/1750' from North Ribblesdale RUFC, Settle (GR 819633). £3.50. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 45.05 S.Bailey 2000;f. 58.12 K.Bailey 2000. No safety pins. Details: John Murfin, 19 Longdale Avenue, Settle, BD24 9BB. Tel: 01729 825833. Email: john@jmurfin.orangehome.co.uk Website: settleharriers.org.uk
SUN.JUN 22. TIMOTHY TAYLORS TOM TITTIMAN (R). BS. 1.00 p.m. 4m/700' from Hare & Hounds, Chiserley, nr Hebden Bridge (GR SE005280). £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 14. Records: 27.12 J. Logue 2006; f. 31.58 J. Buckley 2006. Details: Bill Johnson, Trough Farm, Old Riding Lane, Luddenden, Halifax, HX2 6SR. Tel: 01422 881312. Email: watchcave@hotmail.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
SUN.JUN 22. WINDY GYLE (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 9m/1800' from the roadside sheep pens 0.5m N of Wedders Leap Carpark, Barrowburn (GR NT863113 on OS80). £5. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.00.45 J. Blackett 2004; f. 1.10.00 K. Robertson 2006. No toilets - nearest at the national carpark in Alwinton. Details: Keith Cooper, Tel: 01670 514195. Website: morpethharriers.freeservers.com
MON.JUN 23. TRUNCE 5 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.JUN 24. BEACON BATCH (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/1000' from the Langford Inn, Lower Langford, North Somerset (GR 465606). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 28.50 D.McNeally 1992; f. 37.19 A.Bedwell 1995. Details: Roger Hart, Manor House, Bleadon Road, Bleadon, Weston-super-Mare, BS24 0PY. Tel: 01934 812689. Email: roger@manor-house-cottages.com Website: westonac.co.uk
TUE.JUN 24. CALTON (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.9m/800' from Calton village (GR SK104502). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. New event. No safety pins. In aid of Village Hall. Details: Rod Campbell, Bennachie, Back Lane, Calton, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 3JX. Tel: 01538 308149. Email: roderick_campbell1945@hotmail.com
WED.JUN 25. EDDIE'S REVENGE (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.8m/1060' from Shore Edge Methodist Church (GR 951097), Buckstones Road, Shaw. £3.50. Teams men(4), women(3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 25.06 J. Brown 2007; f. 30.50 A. Lupton 2007. Bring a homemade cake for the raffle and get free entry. Details: John Cox, 36 Orford Road, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 3DB. Tel: 0161 773 3887. Email: midharriersmailmaster@yahoo.co.uk Website: middletonharriers.talktalk.net
WED.JUN 25. HARROCK HILL 2 (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.2m/900' from the Farmers Arms, Bispham Green (GR 497130). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.28 N. Leigh 2006; f. 36.38 L. Hayes 2003. Pub closed Oct. 2007 - check with organiser before travel. Details: Andy Quickfall, 26 Chaucer Close, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5UJ. Tel: 01257 450339. Email: andyquickfall@hotmail.com (preferred)
WED.JUN 25. LANGSTRATH (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 4.5m/1400' from the Langstrath Hotel, Stonethwaite, Borrowdale, Keswick. £3. Teams free. ER/PM. Over 16. Records: 35.22 G.Bland 1999; f. 42.37 L.Fairfax 1993. No safety pins. Details: Lyn Thompson, 2 Barfside Cottages, Thornthwaite, Keswick, CA12 5SQ. Tel: 017687 78407. Email: lynt@barfside.fsnet.co.uk
WED.JUN 25. PONTESBURY (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3m/1160' from Pontesbury (signposted). £4. PM. Over 16. Records: 18.23 W. Levett 2004; f. 22.33 L. Taylor 2006. No toilets. No safety pins. Fourth race in the Shropshire Hills Summer Series. Details: Keith & Pauline Richards, 23 St Anne's Road, Collegefields, Shrewsbury, SY3 6AU. Tel: 01743 352387. Email: keithandpauline01@btinternet.co.uk Website: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner/
WED.JUN 25. RIBER RUN (R). BS. 6.30 p.m. 5m/1000' from Lea Green, Main Road, Lea, Matlock (GR324575). £3. Over 16. Records: 31.08 M. Boulstridge 2003; f. 37.36 C. Howard 2007. No toilets. Details: Simon Palmer, Park View, Yew Tree Hill, Holloway, Matlock, DE4 5AR. Tel: 01629 580495. Email: simon@peakstructuraldesign.co.uk
THU.JUN 26. AGGIE'S STAIRCASE (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 3.8m/1150' from Punstock Rd, Darwen (GR 689221). £3.50. Registration in White Lion. PM. Over 14. Records: 26.50 D. Kay 2007; f. 33.15 L. Clough 2007. Details: Julian Donnelly, The Croft, Whitehall Road, Darwen, BB3 2LH. Tel: 01254 708450. Email: julian@dashers.org.uk Website: dashers.org.uk
THU.JUN 26. BLACKAMOOR CHASE (R). BM. 7.30 p.m. 6m/1450' from the Cricket Inn, Totley (GR 302799). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 37.29 K.Manning 1992; f. 47.54 J.Smith 1993. Counter in the Totley Race Series. Details: Peter Matthews, 39 Marstone Crescent, Totley Rise, Sheffield, S17 4DG. Tel: 0114 236 7933. Website: totleyac.org.uk
FRI.JUN 27. TIDESWELL (R). BS. 7.45 p.m. 4.4m/850' from Tideswell picnic area car park (GR SK153742). £3. Over 16. Records: 25.40 A. Thake 2007; 30.54 J. Lee 2007. Unique pottery trophies. Details: Keith Houghton, Beechcroft, Whitecross Road, Tideswell, SK17 8NY. Tel: 07768 983989. Email: fellrace@tideswell.net Website: home.btconnect.com/downsizer (without www)
SAT.JUN 28. BLACKSTONE EDGE (R). AS. 1.00 p.m. ladies; 2.00 p.m. men. 3.5m/1200' from Lydgate Hamlet, Blackstone Edge Old Road, Littleborough. £4 pre-entry by 22nd June on FRA form. Teams free. ER/PM. Over 16. Records: 26.33 C.Donnelly 1989; f. 34.03 C.Crofts 1989. British and English Championship counter. Registration at Knowl Farm. No safety pins. Refreshments & prizegiving at finish. Limited parking. Please don't recce. Details: Kevan Shand, 13 Chichester Close, Smithybridge, Littleborough, OL15 8QL. Tel: 01706 370080.
SAT.JUN 28. ELDWICK GALA (R). BS. 3.00 p.m. 3m/550' from Eldwick Memorial Hall (GR 123404). £2.50. Teams free. PM. Over 12. Record: 16.01 D. Slater 1981; f. 17.45 C. Haigh 1985. U14 & U16 junior races over same course £1. Details: Dave Stephenson, Ivy Cottage, Priestthorpe Lane, Bingley, BD16 4EE. Tel: 01274 566061. Email: dave.stephenson@blueyonder.co.uk Website: bingleyharriers.org.uk
SAT.JUN 28. GIBSON GRIND (R). BM. 2.00 p.m. 8.5m/1200' from Dean Gibson School, Hawesmead Avenue, Kendal. £5 pre-entry or £6 on day. PM. Over 18. Records: 55.15 C. Roberts 2006; f. 64.46 E. Dugdale 2006. Part of school fete. Children's (U11) fun run round playing field - about 0.75m. Free parking at Kendal College. No safety pins. Details: Alec McDaid, 3 Applewood, Kendal, LA9 5EJ. Tel: 01539 735132. Email: mcdaid4@talktalk.net Website: deangibson.cumbria.sch.uk
SAT.JUN 28. WHALEY CARNIVAL WALTZ (R) BS. 2.30 p.m. 5.5m/800' from Whaley Bridge Primary School (GR 012811, OS White Peak). £4 pre-entry to organiser or on day. PM. Over 16. New race. Last registration 1.50 p.m. - access to Whaley Bridge closed at 2 p.m. for Carnival Parade. Details: Philomena Smith, 4 Randal Crescent, Whaley Bridge, High Peak, SK23 7GY. Tel: 01663 719251. Email: races@goytvalleystriders.org.uk Website: goytvalleystriders.org.uk
SUN.JUN 29. GREAT BAKEWELL PUDDING RACE (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 6.25m/700' from Bakewell Recreation Ground (off A6). £5. Over 18. Records: 38.18 J.Taylor 2002; f. 45.05 C. Howard 2006. Also 2.75m Junior Fun Run, over 12. Bakewell Pudding/Tart to first 250 runners in both Senior and Junior runs subject to availability. Details: John Scott, 6 Yeld Close, Bakewell, DE45 1FX. Tel: 01629 814217 or 07977 565335. Email: john.scott@gallifordtry.co.uk Website: puddingrace.org
SUN.JUN 29. ARNISON DASH (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 2m/1000' from King George Playing Fields, Patterdale (GR 391161). £5 - includes entry to Country Fair. PM. Over 16. Records: 13.38 P. Davies 2003; f. 17.36 N. Davies 2003. English Junior Uphill Championship races also - details to be confirmed. Held in conjunction with Ullswater Country Fair. Details: Christine Kenyon, Grisedale Lodge, Grisedale Bridge, Glenridding, CA11 0PJ. Tel: 017684 82155. Email: johnvarley@patterda.globalnet.co.uk
SAT.JUN 28. COTSWOLD WAY RELAY (R). 7.00 a.m. 104m/12000', 10 stage relay from St James Church, Church St., Chipping Campden. £50 per team pre-entry before June 1st, £60 after. Limit of 65 teams. PM. Over 18. See website for full details. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Tom Hutchison, 17 Penn Lea Road, Weston, Bath, BA1 3RF. Tel: 01225 463398 or 07759 174595. Email: entries@cotswoldwayrelay.co.uk Website: cotswoldwayrelay.co.uk
SUN.JUN 29. COITY. BS. 12.00 noon. 5m/1000' from the "Whistle Inn", Garn-Y-Erw, Blaenavon (GR 229100). £2.50. PM/LK. Over 16. Records: 37.57 D.Lambeth 2001; f. 45.37 A.Jones 2001. Some route changes. No safety pins. Part of Garn Lakes Countryside Day. Food at pub. Details: Gareth Buffett, Broadhurst, The Park, Blaenavon, NP4 9AQ. Tel: 01495 791454.
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TUE.JUL 1. CARNFORTH 20 BARRIERS (R). CS. 7.00 p.m. 5m/500' from Carnforth High School (GR 503702 on OS97, OL7). £2.50 pre-entry, cheques to "Dallam Running Club", or £5 on night. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 32.23 E. Simpson 2005; f. 36.07 S. Tunstall 2007. Entry includes chip butties at prizegiving. Details: David Shinn, 29 Greenways, Over Kellet, Carnforth, LA6 1DE. Tel: 01524 734035. Email: shinny@overkellet.freeserve.co.uk Website: 20barriersracecarnforth.blogspot.com
TUE.JUL 1. CRAGG VALE (R<). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4m/720' from nr Cragg Vale church (GR SD999232). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 14. Records: 27.25 J. Logue 2006; f. 32.15 L. Lacon 2006. Junior races to be confirmed. Registration and refreshments in Church Hall. Details: Jackie Scarf, Cock Hill Farm, Cragg Vale, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5TU. Tel: 01422 882555. Email: thescarfs@hotmail.com Website: cvfr.co.uk
TUE.JUL 1. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
TUE.JUL 1. SALTWELL HARRIERS (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.5m/1000' from the roadside of the B6278, 2m north of Stanhope, County Durham at GR 996416 on OS sheet 87. £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 40.34 J.Larkin 1996; f. 47.43 R. Vincent 2007. No toilets. Details: Keith Wood, 24 Long Bank, Wrekenton, Gateshead, NE9 7HH. Tel: 0191 4875867. Email: woodk2@btopenworld.com
WED.JUL 2. DANEFIELD RELAY (R). . 7.15 p.m. 3m/450' per leg. A three-leg relay from Danefield Park, East Chevin Road, Otley (GR SE217442). £7.50 per team of three on night only. PM. Over 12. Records: 53.12 Pudsey & Bramley 1999; f. 61.02 Bingley 2001. Individual leg records: 16.47 I. Fisher 1999; f. 18.58 C. Sanderson 2001. No toilets. Details: Ian Wilson, Green View, The Green, Gateforth, YO8 9LF. Tel: 01757 229003. Email: ianandaly@tiscali.co.uk Website: fellandale.com
WED.JUL 2. HOPE WAKES (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4m/650' from the Sports Field, Hope (GR 165835). £4. PM. Over 18. Records: 23.46 M. Bishop 1985; f. 27.22 J. Smith 1999. No safety pins. Part of Hope Wakes Week. Details: Steve Green & David Wing, 73 Castleton Road, Hope, Hope Valley, S33 6SB. Tel: 01433 620132 or 01433 621301.
WED.JUL 2. HOTFOOT UP FAMAU. AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.5m/1200' from car park near Moel Famau, Denbighshire (GR 163605). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.12 I Houston 2006; f. 38.12 A. Frost 2007. Race 2 of the Clwydian Hills Summer Trots Series. Nearest toilets 0.5m. Details: Martin Cortvriend, Dol-y-Caeau, Llangynhafal, LL16 4LN. Tel: 01824 790534. Email: martincortvriend@yahoo.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
WED.JUL 2. RESTON SCAR SCAMPER (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.75m/985' from Staveley Mill Yard, next to Wheelbase/Wilfs cafe. £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Public toilets in village. Details: Pete Bland, 12 Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW. Tel: 01539 821688. Email: enquiries@peteblandsports.co.uk Website: peteblandsports.co.uk
WED.JUL 2. HOPE WAKES (R). BS. Please note the following changes/additions. The minimum age for the senior race is now 16. There will also be junior races: U10 (over 6) fun run, 6.30 p.m., free; U16, 6.45 p.m., £1. All U18s must have parental consent.
THU.JUL 3. FLAN FELL (R). BS. 7.15 p.m. 1.75m/300' from Gill Carpark, Ulverston (GR 285785). £2.50. LK/NS/PM. Over 12. Records: 10.09 C. Doyle 2005; f. 11.30 M. Sheill 2004. Junior race; U12 (over 8), 1m/200', £1. Details: Damian Jones, White Coppice, Sunbrick Lane, Baycliff, Ulverston, LA12 9RQ. Tel: 01229 869236. Email: drpj44@tiscali.co.uk Website: hhharriers.fsnet.co.uk
THU.JUL 3. WINSTER (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 3.9m/695' from Market House, Winster (GR 242606 on White Peak map). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 22.30 A. Wilton 1998; f. 26.01 C. Howard 2001. Details: Allan Stone, 1 Wyntor Avenue, Winster, Matlock, DE4 2DU. Tel: 01629 650158. Email: allan@allanstone.wanadoo.co.uk
FRI.JUL 4. WHARFEDALE TTT (R). GP. A three day race series on Tarmac, Trail and Tussock. Friday - Uphill only road race (NB as a road race this is not registered/insured via the FRA), 8.00 p.m., 2.5m/950'. Saturday - Fell race, AM, 11.00 a.m., 12.5m/3000' from Kettlewell P.O. (GR971723). ER/NS/PM. Over 18. Sunday - Short fell race, 11.00 a.m., AS, 1.5m/500' from event field (GR971722). Records: 11.53 M.Whitfield 1999; f. 14.54 S.Newman 1999. Entry fee £4 each race, £10 for series - see website for further information. Junior race details to be finalised. Family camping (no caravans), parking, showers, refreshments etc. Details: Kerry Gilchrist, 47 Norwood Avenue, Shipley, Bradford, BD18 2AX. Tel: 01274 789003. Email: kerrygilchrist@yahoo.co.uk Website: bingleyharriers.org.uk
FRI.JUL 4. WHITETOPS. BM. 7.30 p.m. 6m/1170' from Old Balkello car park, east of Kirkton of Auchterhouse. £4/£6(non SA members) - registration/refreshments/prizegiving at Kirkton of Auchterhouse Village Hall - NB this is 2 miles from start/finish. Records: 31.41 A. Milligan 1999; f. 36.34 A. Mudge 2006. Details: Gill Hanlon, 9 Lochinver Crescent, Dundee, DD2 4UG. Tel: 01382 667026. Email: hgedgill@aol.com Website: dundeeroadrunners.co.uk
SAT.JUL 5. CHARMOUTH CHALLENGE (R). BM. 3.00 p.m. 7.8m/1895' from Charmouth School, Lower Sea Lane, Charmouth DT6 6LR (GR 364932). £6 to organiser/£8 on the day - entry forms on website or with SAE from the school. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 48.44 A.Woods 2000; f. 58.38 J.Clarke 1998. Details: Nick Bale, The Court, The Street, Charmouth, DT6 6PE. Tel: 01297 560341. Email: challenge@shirwell.com Website: charmouth.dorset.sch.uk
SAT.JUL 5. CHEVY CHASE (R). BL. 10.30 a.m. 20m/4000' from Wooler Youth Hostel (GR 992278). £15 to organiser - cheques payable to "The Chevy Chase". ER/NS/PM/LK. Over 18. Records: 2.40.00 R.Hackett 1992; f. 3.04.20 T.Calder 1991. Refreshments & T-shirt included. Details: Clare Bagness, 7 Ryecroft Way, Wooler, NE66 7DY. Tel: 01668 281401. Email: chevychaserace@hotmail.co.uk Website: wooler.org.uk/chevychase
SAT.JUL 5. CORRIEYAIRACK CHALLENGE. . 11.00 a.m. Team duathlon from Fort Augustus Abbey (GR NH380091). £30 per team of 3. Teams only. Over 18. Each competitor runs 17m/2300' followed by 26m bike ride on country lanes. Individual records: 3.01.38 A. Wright 1999; f. 3.38.12 L. Wilson 2003. See website for further information. Details: Craig Little, Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore, PH22 1QU. Tel: 01479 861285. Email: craig1@badaguish.org Website: corrieyairack.org
SAT.JUL 5. DOLLAR. AM. 2.00 p.m. 9.4m/3150' from Dollar Academy, Dollar (GR NS959983). £5. Teams (3) free. Over 18. Records: 1.11.53 S. Bailey 2006; f. 1.24.10 A. Mudge 2006. Race starts from cricket pavilion. Changing facilities. Tea & cakes. Details: Alex King, The Poplars, Drum, Kinross, KY13 0PR. Tel: 07885 912200. Email: dollar@ochilhillrunners.org.uk Website: ochilhillrunners.org.uk
SAT.JUL 5. RAS GUTO-NYTH-BRAN. BM. 6.00 p.m. 6m/1300' from Church Street, Bedwas, Caerphilly. £5 pre-entry or on night. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 37.40 G. Patten 1992; f. 46.26 K. Patten 1992. T-shirts and goody bag to all finishers. Details: Phillip Morris, 32 East Avenue, Bedwas, Caerphilly, CF83 8AE. Tel: 02920 867735.
SAT.JUL 5. SAUNDERS LAKELAND MM (R). MM. 2 day Mountain Marathon. Staggered start times from a Lake District venue to be announced with final details. Teams of 2, except solo Klets class. 7 courses of various lengths. See website for entry details. Over 14 juniors with parent/guardian allowed to enter some classes. Midway camp with milk and beer available. All other kit to be carried. Details: Robert Saunders, Five Oaks Lane, Chigwell, IG7 4QP. Website: slmm.org.uk
SAT.JUL 5. TOCKHOLES (R). BS. 2.30 p.m. 5.8m/1100' from Rock Lane, Tockholes (GR 662234). £3.50. LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 37.37 R. Thomas 2003; f. 44.24 V.Peacock 2003. Short, tough course visiting Darwen Tower. Please use the designated parking area. Details: Nigel Barnes, 19 Dale View, Blackburn, BB2 4LE. Tel: 01254 773672. Email: barnesbike@hotmail.com Website: dashers.org.uk
SUN.JUL 6. CALLOW (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/2500' from the Ragleth Inn, Little Stretton (GR 444919 on OS 137). £3. Teams free. PM/NS/LK. Over 18. Records: 51.10 T. Davies 2002; f. 1.01.02 A. Mudge 2007. Details: Russell Mapp, 44 Clee View, Ludlow, SY8 1HY. Tel: 01584 874538.
SUN.JUL 6. ELLAN VANNIN (R). AL. 10.00 a.m. 12m/3000' from Ballaugh plantation carpark, Isle of Man (GR 352919). £3. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Record: 2.11.56 T. Okell 2006; f. 3.24.05 R. Hooton 2006. No toilets. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SUN.JUL 6. LANGDALE END (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 6m/1400' from opposite the Moorcock pub, Langdale End, Scarborough (GR 936914). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 41.17 A. Duffield 2007; f. 49.37 A. Raw 2006. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: Andrew Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.JUL 6. LANGDALE GALA (R). CS. 3.00 p.m. 2m/300' from Walthwaite Meadow, Chapel Stile. Pay entry to Gala Field - race entry free. Records: 11.46 G.Bland 2000; f. 14.46 L.Lacon 1999. Juniors: U10/U12/U14/U17 races. Also children's flat races. Details: Dennis Blair, 8 The Glebe, Chapel Stile, Ambleside, LA22 9JT. Tel: 015394 37686.
SUN.JUL 6. MOEL-Y-GAMELIN. AM. 11.00 a.m. 9.5m/2380' from the Ponderosa Cafe, Horseshoe Pass, Llangollen (GR193481). £3. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.10.45 R. Roberts 2007; f. 1.22.07 A. Frost 2007. Details: Peter Norman, Bryn Cottage, Trefechan, Pen-y-Cae, Wrexham, LL14 1UE. Tel: 01978 846292. Email: peter.norman11@btopenworld.com Website: wrexhamroadrunners.org.uk
SUN.JUL 6. SKIDDAW (R). AM. 12.30 p.m. 9m/2700' from Fitz Park, Keswick (GR NY268238). £5. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 62.18 K.Stuart 1984; f. 73.29 S.Rowell 1989. Details: Allan Buckley, 18 Jefferson Garth, Greystoke, Penrith, CA11 0UA. Tel: 017684 83737. Email: allan.buckley3@btinternet.com Website: keswick-ac.org.uk
MON.JUL 7. HATHERSAGE GALA (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4.5m/1050' from the School Field, School Lane, Hathersage (GR SK234818). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 29.38 J. Heneghan 2007; f. 38.00 J. Whitehead 2006. Junior race, 7.30 p.m., 2m/500', £1, over 10. Parking limited - use village car park. No safety pins. No dogs on course. Details: John Dalton, 1 Cannonfields, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1AG. Tel: 01433 659523. Email: info@hathersagefellrace.org.uk Website: hathersagefellrace.org.uk
TUE.JUL 8. STOODLEY PIKE (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 3.7m/700' from the Top Brink Inn, Lumbutts, Todmorden (GR SD996052). £3.50. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 18.10 I. Holmes 2007; f. 22.28 J. Waites 2007. Details: Rachel Skinner, 5 Norfolk Street, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6HY. Tel: 07962 322791. Email: jwmpg@globalnet.co.uk Website: todharriers.co.uk
WED.JUL 9. BLACK ROCKS (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.5m/850' from Matlock Rugby Club, Cromford Meadows, nr Matlock (GR 304569). £3. Teams free. PM/LK. Over 16. Records: 32.58 A. Wilton 1994; f. 42.47 C. Howard 2000. Details: Karl Webster, 17 Carlton Avenue, Darley Dale, DE4 2HW. Tel: 01629 734091. Email: karl@kandc.plus.com Website: matlockac.org.uk
WED.JUL 9. LORDS SEAT (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 5m/1400' from Whinlatter Visitor Centre (GR 208245). £3. LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 31.18 K. Anderson 1990; f. 38.16 H. Diamantides 1990. Details: Angela Brand-Barker, 8 Caldecote Avenue, Cockermouth, CA13 9EQ. Tel: 01900 828637. Email: brandbarker@btinternet.com Website: keswick-ac.org.uk
WED.JUL 9. STIRTON (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.5m/1200' from Tarnhouse (GR 975531), Stirton, Skipton. £3. Full set of junior races for over 6s upwards. See website for details. Parking limited. Details: Brett Weeden, 32 Kirkgate, Silsden, Keighley, BD20 0AL. Tel: 07970 206003. Email: brett@phluidity.net Website: kcac.co.uk
THU.JUL 10. BULL HILL (R). BS. 7.15 p.m. 5.5m/1100' from Boardman's Farm, Hawkshaw Lane, Hawkshaw (GR 759166). £3 pre-entry, on-line on website, or on night. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records (new course): 37.12 J. Brown 2007; f. 47.11 L. Clough 2007. Registration at Wagon and Horses. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Donna Cartwright, 12 Cromwell Road, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 7RQ. Tel: 07886 626496. Email: markbluemoon@msn.com Website: radcliffeac.org.uk
SAT.JUL 12. CHARLESWORTH & CHISWORTH CHALLENGE (R). BS. 2.30 p.m. 3m/500' from the Recreation Ground (GR 004925). £3 on day (before 2 p.m.) £2.50 pre-entry. PM. Over 14. Records: 19.49 A.Trigg 1994; f. 23.20 S.Boam 1997. Juniors: U9 (over 6), U11 and U14 races over shorter courses at 3.30 p.m. No safety pins. Details: Dominic Oughton, 5 Harewood, Broadbottom, Hyde, SK14 6BB. Tel: 07778 873512. Email: dominic@oughton.uk.com
SAT.JUL 12. OAKWORTH HAUL (R). BS. 3.00 p.m. 5m/690' from Oakworth Gala Field, Victoria Road, Oakworth. £3. Teams free. Over 16. Records: 34.51 W. Smith 2005; f. 40.05 H. Ilsley 2007. No toilets. Entry to gala by donation. Junior races in gala field. Details: Charlie Marshall, Hill Top Barn, Hill Top Road, Oakworth, Keighley, BD22 7PY. Tel: 01535 648017 (before 7 p.m.) or 07771 725289. Email: charlie@sportcamps.co.uk Website: kcac.co.uk
SAT.JUL 12. TAL Y FAN. AM. 2.00 p.m. 8m/2400' from Rowen carnival field (GR 759719). £3.50. Over 18. Records: 67.00 D. Jones 2004; f. 82.07 R. Metcalf 2004. Registration from 12.30 p.m. No safety pins. Allow time to park. Details: Helen & Doug Blair, Isallt, Rowen, Conwy, LL32 8YW. Tel: 01492 650255. Email: helen@isallt.co.uk
SAT.JUL 12. THURLSTONE CHASE (R). CS. 3.00 p.m. 4m/400' from Thurlstone, nr Sheffield (GR 226036). £3. Teams free. PM/LK. Over 14. Records: 20.50 P.Dugdale 1986; f. 22.40 C.Haigh 1985. Supports the "John Taylor Foundation for Young Athletes". Details: Bob Innes, 78 St Anthony Road, Crookes, Sheffield, S10 1SG. Tel: 0114 2679511 or 01709 566158 (work). Email: bob.innes@firstgroup.com
SAT.JUL 12. WASDALE (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 21m/9000' from Brackenclose, Wasdale (GR 184073). £6 to organiser by 28th.June - cheques payable to "CFRA". Limit 250. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. ER/NS/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 3.25.21 W.Bland 1982; f. 4.19.08 J. Lee 2006. Limited car parking - NT car park only. Further information from website or SAE to organiser. Details: Richard Eastman, 2 Maud Syke, Station Road, Drigg, Holmrook, CA19 1XQ. Tel: 019467 24263 or 07736 045847. Email: richard@cfra.freeserve.co.uk Website: cfra.co.uk
SUN.JUL 13. BAMPTON VILLAGE (R). BS. 2.30 p.m. 5.5m/800' from Bampton Village Hall, Bampton, nr Haweswater. £3. Teams free. LK. Over 16. Records: 39.59 M. Addison 2007; f. 47.46 J. Casey 2007. Juniors: 12 to 15 yrs, 2m/250'. No safety pins. Part of sports day - other races for toddlers upwards etc. Details: Keith Hill, Tethera, Baxter Lane, Bampton, Penrith, CA10 2RQ. Tel: 01931 713210. Email: khpyro@hotmail.com
SUN.JUL 13. BOLLINGTON NOSTALGIA RACE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/1200' from Bollington (GR SJ936779 on OS 118). £5. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 43.25 A. Lamont 2006; f. 50.31 C. Greasley 2005. Open day at Bridgend Centre (formerly Bollington Drop-In Centre) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Refreshments & lunches available. Details: Ann Mayer, Bridgend Centre, Bridgend, 104 Palmerston Street, Bollington, SK10 5PW. Tel: 01625 576311. Email: ann@bridgendcentre.org.uk Website: bridgendcentre.org.uk
SUN.JUL 13. BROOMHEAD CHASE (R). BS. 2.30 p.m. 3.5m/800' from Broomhead Hall Farm (GR SE244962). £4. PM. Over 14. Records: 25.32 S.Penney 2000: f. 27.57 J.Smith 1999. Held in conjunction with Broomhead Show and sheepdog trials. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk
SUN.JUL 13. HOLME MOSS (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 17m/4000' from Cartworth Moor Cricket Club, Cartworth Moor Rd, Holmfirth (GR 134067) - note change from start given in the printed Calendar! £4.50 to organiser by July 5th or £5 on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.00.05 I.Holmes 1996; f. 2.33.26 A.Priestley 1994. Kit checks. Details: Russell Bangham, 11 Hill House, Cartworth Moor, Holmfirth, HD9 2RL. Tel: 01484 682741. Email: gellis@ce.connectadsl.co.uk Website: holmfirthharriers.com
SUN.JUL 13. PEAK FOREST (R). CM. 11.15 a.m. 6m/650' from Peak Forest village store, Church Lane (GR SK115795). £5. PM. Over 18. Records: 35.42 D. Cartridge 1987; f. 42.15 C. Greasley 1994. Parking in Recreation Ground. Registration in Reading Room. Toilets and refreshments available. Details: Chris Hopley, Hunters Park Farm, Peak Forest, Buxton, SK17 8EH. Tel: 01298 23358. Email: a.c.hopley@btinternet.com
MON.JUL 14. TRUNCE 6 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.JUL 15. GUN RUN (R). CS. 7.15 p.m. 5.8m/700' from Swythamley and Heaton community centre (GR SJ965632). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.08 S. Bailey 2007; f. 43.04 S. Campbell 2007. BBQ - free for runners. Details: Graham Anderson, Pool Hall, Rushton Spencer, Macclesfield, SK11 0RB. Tel: 01260 226269. Email: grahamvanya@aol.com
TUE.JUL 15. WAUGH'S WELL (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 4m/1000' from Quarry Road (GR 808186) off A680. £3. Teams male(4), female(3) free. PM/NS. Over 14. Records: 28.55 A.Wrench 1998; f.34.29 C.Greenwood 1997. Registration/toilets/parking/prizegiving at Bleakholt Animal Sanctuary (GR 806183), 0.5m from start. No parking on Quarry Road. Race 1 of 4 in the Rossendale mid-week series sponsored by Ultimate Outdoors. Details: Cath Hignett, 37 Bleakholt Road, Ramsbottom, Bury, BL0 0RU. Tel: 01706 824097. Email: jc.hig@ukgateway.net Website: waughswell.racers.co.uk
WED.JUL 16. BAMFORD CARNIVAL (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4.5m/1000' from Bamford, Derbyshire (GR 206829). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 28.23 G.Cudahy 1999; f. 31.30 J.Smith 1999. Details: Pete Mackey, 4 Joan Lane, Bamford, Hope Valley, S33 0AW. Tel: 01433 651535. Email: mackeyfamily@btinternet.com Website: bamfordvillage.co.uk
WED.JUL 16. STIPERSTONES (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 3.2m/800' from the Stiperstones Inn (GR 364005 on OS 126). £4. PM. Over 16. Records: 25.27 T. Davies 2007; f. 30.51 L. Taylor 2006. Fifth race of the Shropshire Hills Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: Pauline & Keith Richards, 23 St Anne's Road, College Fields, Shrewsbury, SY3 6AU. Tel: 01743 352387. Email: keithandpauline01@btinternet.co.uk Website: myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner/
WED.JUL 16. WIDDOP (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 7m/1200' from the Pack Horse Inn ("The Ridge"), Widdop, Hebden Bridge (GR 952316). £4. Teams free. ER/PM. Over 18. Records: 48.12 G. Ehrhardt 2003; f. 57.21 V.Peacock 1997. See separate entry for junior races. Details: Andy Clarke, 15 Savile Park Gardens, Halifax, HX1 2XL. Tel: 01422 341578. Email: andykatiec@aol.com
WED.JUL 16. WIDDOP JUNIOR RACE (R). . 7.15 p.m. onwards from the Pack Horse Inn ("The Ridge"), Widdop, Hebden Bridge (GR 952316). Junior races: U8, 0.4m/55'; U10, 0.9m/190'; U12, 1.2m/200', U14/U16/U18 2.6m/315'. £1 for U8, £1.50 other ages. Records, routes and safety procedures on website. Medals for placed runners and chocolates from lucky dip sack. See separate entry for senior race. Details: Alistair Whitelaw, 1 Calder Grove, Mytholmroyd, Hebden Bridge, HX7 5AG. Tel: 07812 593660. Email: vial@tesco.net Website: cvfr.co.uk
THU.JUL 17. SPAR SHELDON (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4m/527' from the Cock & Pullet pub, Sheldon. £2.50. PM. Over 16. Records: 22.45 A.Wilton 1998; f. 28.04 J.Turnbull 1997. Details: John Ralph Lord, School House, Sheldon, Bakewell, DE45 1QS. Tel: 01629 812266. Website: sheldon-peakdistrict.org
SAT.JUL 19. INGLEBOROUGH (R). AM. 3.00 p.m. 7m/2000' from the Community Centre Sports Field, Ingleton (GR 695731). £4. PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 44.15 M.Croasdale 1991; f. 53.01 C.Greenwood 1998. Juniors: U8/U10/U12/U14/U16/U18, start times to be confirmed, £1. English Junior Championship counter. No safety pins. Ingleton Gala. No dogs allowed on gala field. Details: David McGonnigal, Lemon Cottage, Main Street, Ingleton, Carnforth, LA6 3EB. Tel: 015242 41654. Email: david.mcgonnigal@btinternet.com
SAT.JUL 19. KINNISIDE 2 TOPS (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 3m/1000' from Wath Brow Sports Field, nr Cleator Moor (GR031147). £2 includes entry to Show. Teams free. PM. Over 14. Records: 22.29 A.Bowness 2000; f. 27.42 J. Hargreaves 2002. Junior races, various age categories from 2.45 p.m. Part of Country Show and Sports Day. Details: Stephen Steele, Dippers Beck, Kirkland Road, Ennerdale, Cleator, CA23 3AZ. Tel: 01946 862485. Email: sms1@bnfl.com Website: c-f-r.org.uk
SAT.JUL 19. NIMRA WORLD TROPHY SELECTION. AM. 12.00 noon. 6m/3550' (senior men), 4.5m/2750' (ladies, junior men) and 2.5m/1800' (junior ladies) from Donard Park, Newcastle (GR 374305). £5. Teams free. PM. Over 16. NIMRA Championship counter. Selection race for World Trophy - route may be modified to suit World Trophy profile. Details: Ian Taylor, 52 Bladon Drive, Belfast, BT9 5JN. Tel: 028 9028 0790. Email: ir.taylor@ntlworld.com Website: nimra.org.uk
SAT.JUL 19. PEN Y FAN. AS. 11.00 a.m. 3.5m/1930' from Cwm Llwch, nr Brecon (GR 006244 on OL12). £4/£5 unattached. Teams(3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 30.00 K.Anderson 1992; f. 38.15 P.Calder/C.Crofts 1990/1992. No toilets. Details: Crispin & Naomi Flower, 5 Fronwen Terrace, Cradoc Road, Brecon, LD3 9HB. Tel: 01874 622000. Email: crispin.flower@ntlworld.com Website: penyfanrace.org.uk
SAT.JUL 19. PHILIP GREGORY JUNIOR RACE (R). BS. 4.30 p.m. 3m/420' from the playing field, Sheldon. £1.50. PM. Under 18 and over 14. St Johns or Red Cross present. Details: John Ralph Lord, School House, Sheldon, Bakewell, DE45 1QS. Tel: 01629 812266. Website: sheldon-peakdistrict.org
SUN.JUL 20. GREAT HUCKLOW (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1000' from Great Hucklow village (GR SK177779). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 43.38 L. Taggart 2007; f. 49.53 O. Walwyn 2007. Flapjack and bananas at finish. Showers. Details: Pete Tapping, Factory House, Middleton-by-Youlgrave, Bakewell, DE45 1LS. Tel: 01629 636625. Email: petertapping@hotmail.co.uk Website: hucklow.net/fell_race
SUN.JUL 20. CONISTON COUNTRY FAIR (R). AM. 2.00 p.m. 6m/2400' from Coniston Hall, Coniston (GR303963). £5 entry to Fair, race free. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 52.36 A. Dunn 2006; f. 62.16 J. Lee 2007. Junior race; U18 (over 12), 14.10 p.m., 2m/650'. Traditional country fair. Free parking, refreshments etc. Local camping (015394 41223). Details: David Robinson, Green Bank Cottage, Little Langdale, Ambleside, LA22 9NX. Tel: 015394 37360 and 07774 778615. Email: robinsondr@btinternet.com Website: conistoncountryfair.com
SUN.JUL 20. FAN Y BIG. BM. 12.00 noon. 10m/2200' from the Village Hall, Llanfrynach, nr Brecon (GR 075257 on OL 12). £5/£6 unattached. Teams (3) free. PM/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.14.49 S. Charles 2006; f. 1.26.54 H. Fines 2006. Details: Adrian Orringe, 6 Edinburgh Close, Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44 5HR. Tel: 01633 873577. Email: adrian.orringe@btinternet.com Website: fanybigrace.org.uk
SUN.JUL 20. KENTMERE HORSESHOE (R). AM. 1.00 p.m. 11.9m/3300' from Kentmere Village Hall. £4.50 pre-entry only by 12th July, cheques payable to "Pete Bland" - NO entries on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.22.36 S. Bailey 2004; f. 1.42.40 T. Brindley 2004. English Championship counter. Details: Pete Bland, 12 Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW. Tel: 01539 821688. Email: enquiries@peteblandsports.co.uk Website: peteblandsports.co.uk
SUN.JUL 20. OLDFIELD (R). CS. 11.30 a.m. 5.5m/550' from the Grouse Inn, Oldfield, nr Oakworth, Keighley (GR 011383 on OS 104). £4. PM. Over 16. Records: 32.18 I. Holmes 2005; f. 37.59 J. Buckley 2007. Junior races: U12(over10)/U14/U16, £1. Details: John Collinson, The Barn, Oldfield Lane, Oldfield, Keighley, BD22 0HY. Tel: 01535 647872. Email: jcollinson@beeb.net
TUE.JUL 22. NORTH BARRULE (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/1750' from the Hairpin, TT Course, Isle of Man (GR 449934). £3. NS. Over 16. Records: 33.39 S.Partington 1989; f. 42.11 C.Partington 1995. No toilets. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
TUE.JUL 22. ROSEBERRY TOPPING (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 1.5m/715' from Newton under Roseberry car park, nr Great Ayton, Middlesborough. £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 11. Records: 10.20 R.Bergstrand 1992; f. 13.36 G.Hale 1990. Juniors in main race, £2. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
TUE.JUL 22. NORTH BARRULE (R). Please note that as a result of access problems the start and route of this race have changed. The start is now at Ballure Reservoir Rd., Ramsey (GR 456935). New route description on website: manxfellrunners.org
WED.JUL 23. GREEN GREEN GRASS OF HOME. AS. 7.30 p.m. 4.8m/1520' from Golden Lion (GR 129633), Llangynhafal, Denbighshire. £3. PM. Over 16. New route again. Race 3 of the Clwydian Hills Summer Trots. Details: Martin Cortvriend, Dol-y-Caeau, Llangynhafal, LL16 4LN. Tel: 01824 790534. Email: martincortvriend@yahoo.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
WED.JUL 23. HARROCK HILL 3 (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.2m/900' from the Farmers Arms, Bispham Green (GR 497130). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.28 N. Leigh 2006; f. 36.38 L. Hayes 2003. Pub closed Oct. 2007 - check with organiser before travel. Details: Andy Quickfall, 26 Chaucer Close, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5UJ. Tel: 01257 450339. Email: andyquickfall@hotmail.com (preferred)
WED.JUL 23. SHINING TOR (R). AS. 7.30 p.m. 5.9m/1600' from Errwood Sailing Club, Goyt Valley (GR 017756 on OL24 White Peak). £4. Teams free. PM/LK/ER. Over 18. Records: 43.43 J. Brown 2007; f. 49.24 O. Walwyn 2007. Race 2 of the "Goyt Valley Series". Special permission for ascent from Errwood ruins to Shining Tor - no training on this part of course. Details: Alistair Fitzgerald, 52 Hollinwood Road, Disley, SK12 2EB. Tel: 01663 762969. Email: asvy45@dsl.pipex.com Website: fellraces.co.uk
SAT.JUL 26. BEN RINNES FIVE TOPS. AL. 12.00 noon. 14m/4900' from Dufftown Highland Games, Grampian (GR 322402 on OS 28). £5 admittance. ER/PM. Over 20. Records: 1.57.00 J. Duncan 2000; f. 2.21.21 A. Mudge 1996. Part of traditional Scottish Highland Games. Details: Graeme Bartlett, 52 Spey Road, Craigellachie, AB38 9TA. Tel: 01340 871370. Website: dufftownhighlandgames.org
SAT.JUL 26. LINGMELL DASH (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 4.5m/2500' from the Wasdale Head Inn (GR 18700875). £3.50. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 45.36 R. Jebb 2007; f. 60.00 H. Jones 2006. Fund raising event for Wasdale mountain rescue team. Details: Tim Brooks, Lingmell House, Wasdale Head, Seascale, CA20 1EX. Tel: 019467 26261. Email: tim@lingmellhouse.co.uk Website: lingmellhouse.co.uk
SAT.JUL 26. SNOWDON INTL. AM. 2.00 p.m. 10m/3300' frrom Padam Park (GR SH582599). £12 (includes meal) with official form from website only - no entry on day. Teams free. ER. Over 18. Records: 1.02.29 K. Stuart 1985; f. 1.12.48 C. Greenwood 1995. Details: Geoff Clegg, West Point, 19 Deganwy Road, Deganwy, LL31 9DL. Tel: 01492 582631. Email: g7hgc@btopenworld.com Website: snowdonrace.com
SAT.JUL 26. TURNSLACK (R). AM. 2.30 p.m. 8m/2000' from Calderbrook Playing Fields, nr Summit, Littleborough. £3.
Registration and prizegiving now from the local Church/Comunity centre
Teams (4) free. ER/PM. Over 18. Records: 67.08 D. Kay 2004; f. 77.25 M. Laney 2004. No junior races. Toddler races on field, weather permitting. Refreshments available. Details: Kevan Shand, 13 Chichester Close, Smithybridge, Littleborough, OL15 8QL. Tel: 01706 370080.
SAT.JUL 26. PENDLE CLOUGHS (R). AL. 2.00 p.m. 14m/3900' from Downham, nr Clitheroe, Lancs (GR SD785440). £4 pre-entry with cheque to organiser or contact him. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Navigational skills essential. Over 18. New event. A 1:25,000 map of the course will be provided. Orienteering clippers at checkpoints. Car sharing recommended. Details: Andrew Hirst, 29 Darnbrook Road, Barnoldswick, BB18 5RE. Tel: 01282 812701. Email: andrewhirst05@tiscali.co.uk Website: wharfedaleharriers.org.uk
SUN.JUL 27. DFR SUMMER SERIES 3 (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1100' from Low Redford car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR079309). £6. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.JUL 27. GRITSTONE TRYAL (R). BL. 9.30 a.m. 13m/2000' (approx.) from Winking Man P.H. on Leek/Buxton road (GR 026637). £4 pre-entry, entry form from website or with SAE from organiser, or on day subject to limit of 100. NS. Over 18. A navigational event. OS Explorer map OL24 must be carried by all entrants. Details: Ian Ankers, Ryecroft Farm, Rushton Spencer, Macclesfield, SK11 0RP. Tel: 01260 226482. Email: ianankers@tesco.net Website: staffsmoorlands-ac.co.uk
SUN.JUL 27. JAMES HERRIOTT RUN (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 8.5m/1000' from Bolton Castle, Castle Bolton, Leyburn (GR 033919 on OL30). £7 to organiser or £8 on day - details on website. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 53.24 G. Dunn 2007; f. 59.36 S. Tunstall 2007. Toilets, car park and first aid on site. Refreshments available at castle. Details: Alan Davis, Oak Lea, Finghall, Leyburn, DL8 5LZ. Tel: 01677 450242. Email: finghall@aol.com Website: wensleydale.rotaryweb.org
SUN.JUL 27. ROUND HILL (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 9m/1100' from Timble village crossroads (GR 170531). £3. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 54.06 R. Pattinson 2006; f. 1.05.05 S. Jarvis 2006. Registration in Timble village, approx. half a mile from the start. Details: Andrew Robertshaw, 1 Tufton Street, Silsden, Keighley, BD20 0PN. Tel: 01535 656846. Email: arobertshaw@rm.com Website: otleyac.co.uk
TUE.JUL 29. ROBIN HOOD "MONUMENTAL" (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/875' from the Robin Hood Inn, Chesterfield Road, Baslow, Derbyshire (GR 280721). £3. Over 16. Information available from Robin Hood Inn (01246 583186). Parking limited. Details: Robert Middleton, Cupola Cottage, Sheffield Road, Baslow, Bakewell, DE45 1PR. Tel: 01246 583555. Email: bob@cupola.freeserve.co.uk
THU.JUL 31. HEART OF THE LAKES RYDAL ROUND (R). AM. 12.05 p.m. 9m/3000' from Rydal Park, Ambleside. Pay admission to sports field - race free. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.22.00 J. Davies 2007; f. 1.40.56 A. Buckley 2006. Held in conjunction with Ambleside Lakeland Sports Meeting - good family day out. Details: Pete Bland, 12 Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, LA8 9PW. Tel: 01539 821688. Email: enquiries@peteblandsports.co.uk Website: peteblandsports.co.
THU.JUL 31. STONEY MIDDLETON (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.2m/650' from Stoney Middleton playing field (GR 236752). £3. PM. Over 16. Record: 30.48 S. Penney 2002; f. 32.33 J. Smith 1999. Part of well dressing village event. Details: David Thorpe, South View, The Dale, Stoney Middleton, Hope Valley, S32 4TF. Tel: 01433 631113. Email: thorpe257@btinternet.com
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SAT.AUG 2. BEETHAM SPORTS (R). BS. 3.30 p.m. 5.75m/927' from Beetham sports field, Milnethorpe, Cumbria (GR 496795 on OS Pathfinder 636). £2 plus field entry. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.36 L. Siemasko 2007; f. 39.12 T. Brindley 2005. Village sports - good family day out. Children's fun races. Details: Christopher Merckel, Hazelwood, Slackhead, Beetham, Milnthorpe, LA7 7AX. Tel: 015395 63000. Email: merckel@clara.co.uk
SAT.AUG 2. CREAG DHUBH. AS. 3.15 p.m. 4.5m/1225' from Newtonmore Highland Games (GR NN708983). £2 (no levy) pre-entry preferred, entries accepted on field. Over 16. Records: 27.07 J. Brooks 1997; f. 32.21 A. Mudge 2006. Starts and finishes at Newtonmore Highland Games. Junior race - under 19/over 16. Details: Tom Robertson, Knockmalloch, Station Road, Newtonmore, PH20 1AR. Tel: 01540 673348. Email: knockmalloch@onetel.com Website: newtonmorehighlandgames.co.uk
SAT.AUG 2. GREAT WEST FELL RACE (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 5m/1360' from Meldon Reservoir car park nr Okehampton (GR SX562917). £4. Limit 125. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. New race. No safety pins. Details: Chris Gurney, 9 Snowdrop Mews, Exeter, EX4 2PN. Tel: 07721 302914.. Email: chris.gurney@zen.co.uk Website: ironbridgerunner.co.uk
SAT.AUG 2. HELLIFIELD GALA (R). BS. 3.15 p.m. 3.5m/850' from Hellifield Recreation Field (GR857567). £3. PM. Over 18. Records: 23.02 A. Brownlee 2007; 27.31 M. Wilkinson 2007. Juniors: U18/U23 (£3) with seniors. U10, U12, U14/16 (£1) at 2.15 p.m., 2.30 p.m. and 2.45 p.m. respectively. All junior races, other than U10, are Yorkshire Championship events - details from Dave Woodhead, tel: 01535 669100. £40 prize for 1st senior male & female. Smarties for all finishers. Village gala. Details: Stephen Moor, 8 East View, Hellifield, Skipton, BD23 4EU. Tel: 01729 850399. Email: stephen@moor8704.fsnet.co.uk
SAT.AUG 2. OSMOTHERLEY SHOW (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 5.5m/1050' from Osmotherley Show Ground. £6 including entry to show. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 38.49 J. Bulman 2007; 52.59 C. Lowe 2007. No safety pins. Race goes through private grounds accessible ONLY during race. Great family show. Details: Adam Haynes, Fron Deg Rhydd, Penrhyndeudreath, Gwynedd, LL48 6ST. Tel: 01766 771050. Email: adam.haynes@virgin.net
MON.AUG 4. TRUNCE 7 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.AUG 5. BRADWELL (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4.5m/650' from the New Bath Hotel, Bradwell (GR 175818). £3. PM. Over 18. Records: 24.23 G.Hull 1988; f. 28.27 C.Haigh 1986. Details: Alan Ward, Rose Cottage, The Hills, Bradwell, Hope Valley, S33 9HZ. Tel: 01433 621351.
TUE.AUG 5. CROW HILL (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5m/1000' from Mytholmroyd Community Centre (GR011260). £3.50 Over 18. Records: 29.24 J. Hare 2007; f. 35.07 C. Greenwood 1999. Details: Clive Greatorex, 14 Albion Terrace, Heptonstall Road, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6BE. Tel: 01422 842783. Email: clive@greatorex.fsworld.co.uk
TUE.AUG 5. GRIBDALE GALLOP (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 8m/1400' from Gribdale Carpark, nr Great Ayton, North Yorks (GR 593111). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 47.11 J. Bulman 2007; f. 57.05 P. Whitehouse 2005. No toilets. No safety pins. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
TUE.AUG 5. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 7.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
WED.AUG 6. CRACKEN EDGE (R). BM. 7.30 p.m. 7m/1450' from the Kinder MRT HQ, behind George Hotel, Hayfield (GR SK036869). £4. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 40.30 L. Taggart 2006; f. 49.05 J. Lee 2007. Please use main bus station carpark. Counter in Hayfield Championship. Details: Alison Brentnall, 8 Leygate View, New Mills, High Peak, SK22 3EF. Tel: 01663 746476. Email: alison.brentnall@btinternet.com Website: cs.man.ac.uk/~temples/hc
WED.AUG 6. GOLF BALL (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5.5m/900' from the Glory pub, Crawshaw Booth, Rossendale. £3. Teams free. Over 16. Records: 35.00 G. Hull 1994; f. 40.32 C. Greenwood 1994. Part of Rossendale Harriers mid-week series. Details: Jan Kempson, 3 Hall Close, Reedsholme, Rossendale, BB4 8PS. Tel: 01706 211796. Email: jankempson@btconnect.com
WED.AUG 6. PONDEROSA. BS. 7.00 p.m. 4m/950' from the Ponderosa Cafe, Horseshoe Pass, Llangollen (GR193481). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 25.08 P. Cadwallader 1999; f. 30.06 S. Kleeman 2007. Details: Peter Norman, Bryn Cottage, Trefechan, Pen-y-Cae, Wrexham, LL14 1UE. Tel: 01978 846292. Email: peter.norman11@btopenworld.com Website: wrexhamroadrunners.org.uk
THU.AUG 7. CHEVIN (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 4.5m/879' from Social Club, Chevin Road, Milford, Derbys. (GR 349452 on OS 811). £3. Over 16. Records: 25.26 A.Wilton 1995; f. 32.27 S. Orridge 2004. Junior/beginners race, 2.2m/450'; juniors U16 (over 12) £1.50. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 880338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
THU.AUG 7. RICKY'S RACE (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5m/700' from the Three Stags Heads pub, Darley Bridge, Matlock (GR SK269619). £3. Teams (3) free. Over 16. Records: 29.48 D. Taylor 2004; f. 35.42 B. Haywood 2004. Details: Karl Webster, 17 Carlton Avenue, Darley Dale, DE4 2HW. Tel: 01629 734091. Email: karl@kandc.plus.com Website: matlockac.org.uk
FRI.AUG 8. LOWTHER RUN (R). CL. 12.00 noon. 13.5m/1500' from the Main Arena at Lowther Castle (GR520249 on OS 90). £7 pre-entry or £9 on day. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.13.14 S. Murdoch 1998; f. 1.26.55 A. Raw 1999. Through picturesque Lowther Park and valley. Details: Robert Benson, The Estate Office, Lowther, Penrith, CA10 2HG. Tel: 01931 712577. Email: robert.benson@lowther.co.uk Website: lowther.co.uk
SAT.AUG 9. ARNCLIFFE GALA (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 1.8m/443' from Arncliffe Village Green. £3. PM. Records: 10.26 S.Hawkins 1999; f. 13.23 J.Prowse 1997. U12/U14/U17 junior races, at 2.00 p.m./2.20 p.m./2.40 p.m. respectively, £1. No toilets. Details: Michael McKenzie, Blue Scar Farm, Arncliffe, Skipton, BD23 5QD. Tel: 01756 770329. Email: mike.mckenzie@multiflight.com
SAT.AUG 9. BROUGHTON MILLS (R). AS. 4.00 p.m. 3.5m/1300' from Shop Meadow, Broughton Mills. Records: 29.20 R. Lightfoot 2006; f. 36.38 J. Casey 2006. Full set of junior races from about 3.00 p.m. No toilets. Details: Jane Rousseau, The Square Cafe, The Square, Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6JA. Tel: 01229 716388. Email: info@thesquarecafe.biz Website: the squarecafe.biz
SAT.AUG 9. GLADSTONE 9 ( formerly Leg End 9). AM. 1.00 p.m. 9m/2890' from Gladstone Hotel, Dwygyfylchi, nr Penmaenmawr, Conwy (GR SH729772). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.19.21 G. Rees Williams 2006; f. 1.25.21 A. Roberts 2007. Details: Geoff Clegg, West Point, 19 Deganwy Road, Deganwy, LL31 9DL. Tel: 01492 589513. Email: g7hgc@btopenworld.com Website: wfra.org.uk
SAT.AUG 9. MOURNE SEVEN SEVENS. AL. 10.00 a.m. 18.9m/8775' from Donard Car Park, Newcastle, N. Ireland (GR 374306). £10. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 3.54.10 G. Bailey 2004; f. 5.44.49 A. Sandford 2007. Race part of Seven Sevens Challenge Walk. Food, drink and showers included. Profits donated to a nominated charity and Mountain Rescue. Details: Jim Brown, 74 Mount Pleasant Road, Jordanstown, Newtownabbey, Belfast, BT37 0NQ. Tel: 028 9085 4673 or 07802 691540. Website: nimra.org.uk
SAT.AUG 9. TEGGS NOSE (R). BM. 2.30 p.m. 7.5m/1600' from the Trials Field, Bullock Lane, Sutton, nr Macclesfield (GR 923716). £3 entry to field, race included. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 43.39 A.Adams 1985; f.49.25 C.Greenwood 1998. Non-FRA junior race round trials field. Held in conjunction with sheepdog trials. Details: John Bunyan, Old Barn Cottage, Berristall Lane, Rainow, Macclesfield, SK10 5TY. Tel: 01625 424564. Email: john@thebunyans.plus.com Website: macclesfield-harriers.co.uk
SUN.AUG 10. BINGLEY SHOW (R). BS. 2.30 p.m. 3m/575' from Myrtle Park, Bingley. £7 pre-entry (form on website), includes free entry to show. Also £7 entry on day but excludes entry to show. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 15.35 W. Smith 2005; f. 18.40 B. Whitfield 2005. Confirm start time on website. Details: Robert Dover, 19 Highmoor Walk, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5TT. Tel: 01274 586898. Email: secretary@bingleyharriers.org.uk Website: bingleyharriers.org.uk
SUN.AUG 10. FOREST BURN (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 3.5m/500' from the Gate pub, B6342 road (GR NZ067963). £3. PM. Over 15. Records: 20.56 J.Blackett 1999; f. 23.18 K.Robertson 1999. Pending approval, junior races in all categories from 11 a.m. Part of the Simonside Country Fair. Details: Will Horsley, 5 Aberwick Drive, Chester-le-Street, DH2 3TG. Tel: 0191 3882200. Email: wjvh@lineone.net Website: northumberlandfellrunners.co.uk
SUN.AUG 10. WORMSTONES (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/650' from Glossop Fire Station (GR 034929), Whitfield Park, Glossop. £4 on day. Teams free. LK.PM. Over 16. Records: 31.30 A. Jones 2007; f. 39.49 J. Lee 2007. No safety pins. Proceeds to Fire Service Benevolent Fund. Details: Des Gibbons, 20 Queens Drive, Glossop, SK13 8RB. Tel: 07904 439241 or 01457 899569 or 01457 852223. Email: glblue@derbys-fire.gov.co.uk
WED.AUG 13. ECCLES PIKE (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 3.5m/650' from the Navigation Inn, Buxworth, nr Whaley Bridge (GR 821023 on OS Dark Peak Map). £3.50. PM. Over 14. Records: 19.26 A.Wilton 1996; f. 25.12 S.Newman 1993. Junior race, 14-16 years as part of main race. No dogs. Food and beer available at pub. Details: Kevin Day, 58 North Way, Hyde, SK14 1RU. Tel: 07791 573254. Email: gvsraces@tiscali.co.uk Website: goytvalleystriders.org.uk
WED.AUG 13. PILGRIMS CROSS (R). BM. 7.15 p.m. 6m/1100' from the White Horse, Holcombe Road, Helmshore (GR 783205). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Juniors: U10, 1m/360'; U12, 2m/525'; U14, 3m/640'; U16, 4m/920'; from 7.20 p.m. Part of the the Rossendale Harriers evening series. Please note change of organiser. Nick Harris & Clare Kenny, 8 Hardman Close, Cowpe, Rossendale, BB4 7DL. Tel: 01706 211468. Email: nick.harris@northmanchester.net Website: rossendaleharriers.co.uk All other details unchanged. Website: rossendaleharriers.co.uk
THU.AUG 14. DENIS STITT MEMORIAL RACE (R). BS. 7.15 p.m. 5m/850' from the Victoria Inn, Woodhead Road, Holmfirth (GR 135078). £3.50. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 27.34 S.Willis 1995; f. 30.36 C.Greenwood 1993. Details: Russell Bangham, 11 Hill House, Cartworth Moor, Holmfirth, HD9 2RL. Tel: 01484 682741. Email: gellis@ce.connectadsl.co.uk Website: holmfirthharriers.com
SAT.AUG 16. BRECON BEACONS. AL. 10.30 a.m. 19m/4500' from campsite below Tal-y-bont Reservoir Dam (GR SO105209). £4. ER/LK. Over 18. Records: 2.28.32 N. Sharp 2003; f. 2.59.23 L.Gould 1991. Limited parking. No toilets. Details: Tom Gibbs, 7 St Johns Gardens, Chepstow, NP16 5SE. Tel: 01291 628807. Email: tom_gibbs@lineone.net
SAT.AUG 16. FORCE TEN (PHOENIX) LONG O (R). O. Two-day event. 10.00 a.m.start on Sat., 9.00 a.m. on Sun. Four courses in the Cheviot Hills/Kielder. Over 18. Four courses with classes for pairs and individuals - see website for details. Return to base on Sat. evening rather than carrying equipment. No safety pins. Details: Colin Matheson, White House, 6 Wansbeck Place, Morpeth, NE61 1RF. Tel: 01670 516694. Email: freefall.matheson@btopenworld.com Website: geocities.com/andrew_nicoll/phoenix.html
SAT.AUG 16. RUSLAND 5 (R). BS. 12.30 p.m. 5m/850' from Whitestock Meadow, Rusland Show Field (GR 331891). Pay entry to Show - race entry free. PM. Over 17. Records: 31.32 A. Symonds 2003; f. 35.27 K.Hawitt 2003. Shorter senior fell race; 1.75m', over 17. Juniors: U12, U14, U17 races. Traditional Lakeland Sports with track races for all ages and other attractions. Details: Gordon Wilkinson, Cross Thwaite, Crosslands, Rusland, Ulverston, LA12 8JU. Tel: 01229 860253.
SAT.AUG 16. STICKLEPATH HORSESHOE (R). BM. 1.00 p.m. 9.6m/1700' from Flower Show Field (GR SX641940), Sticklepath. £6 pre-entry with FRA entry form to organiser or £7 on day. Limit 50. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.09.41 N. Holmes 1997; f. 1.32.59 R. Pickvance 2002. Compass, map and body cover mandatory if weather poor. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Phil Haygarth & Gavin Punchard, Meadowside House, South Zeal, Okehampton, EX20 2JL. Tel: 01837 849145. Email: phil.haygarth@gmail.com Website: phil.haygarth.googlepages.com/dartmoorfellraces
SAT.AUG 16. TAP O'NOTH. BS. 2.00 p.m. 5.5m/1200' from Rhynie, Aberdeenshire. £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.04 J. Williamson 2006; f. 41.57 R. MacKenzie 2007. Part of Rhynie Gala. Details: Simon Beeson, Muir Cottage, The Muirs, Rhynie, Huntly, AB54 4GD. Tel: 01464 861387. Email: simon@rhynie.vispa.com
SUN.AUG 17. LAKELAND COUNTRY FAIR (R). AM. 2.30 p.m. 6.5m/2350' from the showfield, Torver, nr Coniston (GR SD286938). No entry fee - pay to enter Showground (Adults £5). ER/NS/PM/LK. Over 18. Record: 54.56 N. Fish 2003; f. 1.06.21 N. Davies 2003. Junior races: U10 (over 7), U12, U14, U16, U18. Good day out for all the family. Details: Alison Bolt, Downfield House, Leece, Ulverston, LA12 0RD. Tel: 01229 837680. Email: ABoltPV@aol.com Website: lakelandcountryfair.co.uk
SUN.AUG 17. LOMONDS OF FIFE. AM. 2.00 p.m. 11m/3100'. Registration at Strathmiglo Village Hall - start at GR187077. £5. Teams (3) free. Over 18. Records: 1.29.22 A. Symonds 2007; f. 1.44.37 E. Schmidt 2007. Full body cover & compass needed. Details: Alan Graham, 36 Main Street, Kingskettle, KY15 7PN. Tel: 01337 831425.
SUN.AUG 17. SEDBERGH HILLS (R). AL. 12.00 noon. 14m/6000' from the People's Hall, Howgill Lane, Sedbergh. £5. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.57.11 K.Anderson 1991; f. 2.28.38 A. Priestley 2002. Details: Jonathan Broxap, 32 Castle Garth, Kendal, LA9 7AT. Tel: 01539 721603. Email: jonathan@dbroxap.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.AUG 17. WORLD TROPHY RACE TRIAL. Details to be confirmed in the Fellrunner and on FRA website.
SUN.AUG 17. WORSTHORNE MOOR (MAG7) (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/900' from Gorple Road, Worsthorne, nr Burnley (GR 878324). £4.50. PM. Over 18. Records: 37.52 M. Roberts 2000; f. 43.30 C. Greenwood 1998. Race 11 of the Pendle & Burnley Grand Prix race series. Details: Peter Thompson, 22 Buckingham Drive, Read, Burnley, BB12 7QE. Tel: 07831 399092. Email: peter.thompson@rbs.co.uk Website: clayton-le-moors-harriers.co.uk
MON.AUG 18. TRUNCE 8 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. Part of a nine-race series - no prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
TUE.AUG 19. GUISBOROUGH GRUNT (R). BM. 7.00 p.m. 7m/1000' from Guisborough RUFC. (GR 616155). £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 37.48 J. Bulman 2007; f. 44.34 A.Raw 1999. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
WED.AUG 20. CROOK PEAK CAKE RACE (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 3m/800' from the White Hart, Cross, Axbridge, Somerset (GR ST419548). £4. LK. Over 12. Records: 18.18 P.James 1993; f. 22.08 U.Counsell 2001. No safety pins. Registration 6.15 p.m. to 6.45 p.m. Details: Will Robbins, 2 Windsor Terrace, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4LW. Tel: 0117 921 3336. Email: willprobbins@hotmail.com
WED.AUG 20. ROUND LATRIGG (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5.5m/800' from the Sports Pavilion, Fitz Park, Keswick. £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 29.48 A.Bowness 1997; f. 34.44 S. Tunstall 2007. No safety pins. Details: Lyn Thompson, 2 Barfside Cottages, Thornthwaite, Keswick, CA12 5SQ. Tel: 017687 78407. Email: lynt@barfside.fsnet.co.uk
WED.AUG 20. WHITTLE PIKE (R). AS. 7.15 p.m. 4.5m/1400' from Cowpe Village Playing Fields, Waterfoot, Rawtenstall (GR837212). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 33.50 I. Holmes 1993; 39.18 C. Greenwood 1993. Juniors: races for U8 to U16 from 6.45 p.m. Race 2 of Rossendale Harriers mid-week series. Details: Nick Harris, 8 Hardman Close, Cowpe, Rossendale, BB4 7DL. Tel: 01706 211468. Email: nick.harris@northmanchester.net Website: rossendaleharriers.co.uk
THU.AUG 21. PILSLEY (CHATSWORTH) (R). BS. 7.00 p.m. 5.5m/675' from the Devonshire Arms, Pilsley (GR SK241711). £3.50. PM. Over 16. Records: 35.08 T. Austin 2003; f. 42.54 K. Davison 2003. No toilets. No safety pins. Please park at Chatsworth Farm Shop or "Reitburg & Penrose" Interior Design. Details: Zoe Wareham, 1 South View, Pilsley, Bakewell, DE45 1UG. Tel: 01246 583432. Email: zoe.wareham@btinternet.com
SAT.AUG 23. ARNISON CRAG HORSESHOE (R). Please note that this race has been cancelled. The playing field on which the Patterdale Dog Day is held and the associated race starts from is waterlogged and unsuitable for cars etc.
SAT.AUG 23. BURNSALL CLASSIC (R). AS. 5.00 p.m. 1.5m/900' from Burnsall, N. Yorks. £5 to organiser by 10th.August. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 12.48 J.Wild 1983; f. 16.34 C.Greenwood 1983. Junior races: 8-18 years by FRA category; 1m/600' at U18; £1.50. Village sports inc. 10-mile road race. Details: James Maxfield, Kings Farm, Hartlington, Skipton, BD23 5EE. Tel: 01756 752866. Email: jamesmaxfield@rigby-wire.co.uk Website: burnsallsports.co.uk
SAT.AUG 23. CHIPPING SHOW (R). AM. 2.30 p.m. 8m/2000' from Chipping Show Field, Lancs (GR 622428). Pay Show Ground fee - race free. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.02.19 L. Taggart 2007; f. 1.15.39 J. Lee 2007. Agricultural Show. No safety pins. Details: Joe Howard, 9 Victoria Parade, Ashton, Preston, PR2 1DS. Tel: 01772 493098. Email: joe.howard@ic24.net Website: prestonharriers.net
SAT.AUG 23. DENTDALE (R). AS. 2.00 p.m. 2.9m/1385' from Church Bridge, Dent (GR 707871). £3. ER/PM. Over 16. Records: 27.21 J. Heneghan 2007; f. 34.15 S. Taylor 2007. Part of Dentdale Show weekend. Sponsored by Lyon Equipment. Details: John Hyde, Coombe Scar, The Laning, Dent, Sedbergh, LA10 5QJ. Tel: 015396 25503. Email: nevilleallen@btinternet.com Website: dentdale.com/fellrace and dentdaleshow.com
SAT.AUG 23. FALSTONE FALCON (R). CS. 2.30 p.m. 5m/500' from Falstone Show Field. £2. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 34.42 J. Larkin; f. 46.06 K. Robertson 2006. No safety pins. Details: Michael Sanderson, 2 Cross Hills, Stannersburn, Falstone, Hexham, NE48 1DD. Tel: 01434 240489. Email: fionasanderson@btinternet.com
SAT.AUG 23. OCHIL 2000S. AL. 12.00 noon. 18m/5000' from Gannoch Sports Centre, Stirling University (GR NS805965). £10 pre-entry only, entry form on website from Feb. 2008. Teams (3) free. Over 18. Records: 3.00.31 A. Symonds 2007; f. 3.37.25 A. Priestley 2007. Registration from 9.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m. Bus to start. Changing facilities. Soup and roll at finish. Details: Alex King, The Poplars, Drum, Kinross, KY13 0PR. Tel: 07885 912200. Email: ochil2000@ochilhillrunners.org.uk Website: ochilhillrunners.org.uk
SAT.AUG 23. RAS BECA. BS. 1.30 p.m. 5m/1050' from Crosswell, Crymych, Pembs. £5 + £1 entry to field. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 32.05 A. Rees 1995; f. 40.11 S. Newman 1998. Juniors: U16 race (Ras Mochyn Du), 1m cross country. In the Preseli mountains. No safety pins. Details: John Evans, Mwynant, Eglwyswrw, Crymych, SA41 3TD. Tel: 01239 891669. Email: john.mwynant@gmail.com
SAT.AUG 23. WEASDALE HORSESHOE (R). AM. 2.30 p.m. 8m/2000' from Ravenstonedale Show Field, Newbiggin-on-Lune (GR 698054). £6. Teams (3) free. Over 18. Records: 53.43 S. Bailey 2007; f. 63.27 S. Tunstall 2007. Traditional Dales Agricultural Show. Details: Fraser Livesey, Murthwaite, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4LP. Tel: 015396 21021. Email: liversausage@btopenworld.com
SAT.AUG 23. MOUNTAIN NAVIGATION CHALLENGE. MM. 11.00 a.m. from Ewes Public Hall, 5m north of Langholm on A7. Two day mountain marathon type score event in the Langholm Hills, Scotland for teams of two. £20 per team. NS. Over 18. Equipment and food must be carried for two days and an overnight camp. See website for further information and entry form. Details: Andy Fairgrieve, 9 Well Road, Moffat, DG10 9AR. Tel: 07710 743264. Email: mtnavchallenge@yahoo.co.uk Website: mtnavchallenge.co.uk
SAT.AUG 23. MALHAM SHOW. AS. 3.00 p.m. approx. 2.5m/700' from the show field. Junior races for U9, U12, U14, U17. See website for further information. Part of traditional agricultural and family country show. Website: malhamdale.com/showfellrace.htm
SUN.AUG 24. BRADBOURNE (R). CS. 10.00 a.m. 5.5m/616' from the Village Hall, Bradbourne, Derbys. (GR 209526 on OS 119). £3 to charity. Over 16. Records: 30.17 M. Bouldstridge 2002; f. 36.39 C.Greasley 1999. Junior/beginners race 2.75m/308'; juniors U16 (over 14) £1.50. Junior races from 12.00 noon for all categories. English Junior Championship counter. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 880338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
SUN.AUG 24. DFR SUMMER SERIES 4 (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1100' from Low Redford car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR079309). £6. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.AUG 24. GRASMERE SENIOR GUIDES RACE (R). AS. 4.00 p.m. 1.5m/900' from the Sports Arena, Grasmere. Pay admission to field, race free. Over 17. Record: 12.21 F.Reeves 1978. Also junior races - U9 (over 7), 12 noon.; U12, 12.30 a.m.; U14, 1.30 p.m.; U17, 2.20 p.m. (NB times may vary). Junior age limits are ON THE DAY. £500 cash prize for breaking the course record sponsored by Pete Bland Sports plus £800 in cash prizes sponsored by Sarah Nelson's Grasmere Gingerbread. Held in conjunction with Grasmere Sports. Details: Pete Bland, 12 Danes Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PW. Tel: 01539 821688. Email: enquiries@peteblandsports.co.uk Website: peteblandsports.co.uk
SUN.AUG 24. NARRADALE (R). AL. From Sulby Claddaghs (GR 385939). ER/NS. Over 18. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SUN.AUG 24. NORLAND MOOR (R). CM. 11.30 a.m. 7m/800' from Old Rishworthians RUFC, Copley, Halifax (GR 085224 on OL21). £3.50. PM. Over 18. Records: 41.44 S. Neil 2005; f. 50.03 S. Becconsall 2007. Details: Heath Reilly, 10 Rishworth Mill, Rishworth, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 4RY. Tel: 01422 824960. Email: heathreilly3@aol.com Website: halifaxharriers.co.uk
SUN.AUG 24. RAS Y CNICHT. AS. 11.00 a.m. 4.5m/1850' from Croesor Gwynedd (GR 631447). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 32.32 C. Donnelly 1994; f. 37.45 A. Brand-Barker 1988. MUST use special car park i.e. NOT National Park one! Details: Dei Jones, Nythfa, Muriau, Cricieth, LL52 0RU. Tel: 01766 522206 or 07748 300787. Email: ffrwythaudj@hotmail.co.uk
TUE.AUG 26. EYAM (R). BM. 6.30 p.m. 6m/1000' from Hawkhill Road car park, Eyam (GR 216767). £3.50 pre-entry on form from website/organiser or £4 on day. PM. Over 18. Records: 38.51 L. Taggart 2007; f. 45.47 J. Lee 2007. Sponsored by the Barrel Inn. Details: Archie Hartwright, Croft House, Tideswell Lane, Eyam, Hope Valley, S32 5RD. Tel: 01433 631474. Email: archiehartwright@tiscali.co.uk Website: eyamsports.ik.com
WED.AUG 27. HARROCK HILL 4 (R). BS. 7.30 p.m. 5.2m/900' from the Farmers Arms, Bispham Green (GR 497130). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.28 N. Leigh 2006; f. 36.38 L. Hayes 2003. Pub closed Oct. 2007 - check with organiser before travel. Details: Andy Quickfall, 26 Chaucer Close, Eccleston, Chorley, PR7 5UJ. Tel: 01257 450339. Email: andyquickfall@hotmail.com (preferred)
WED.AUG 27. RAGLETH INN (R). AS. 7.00 p.m. 4m/1600' from the Ragleth Inn, Little Stretton (GR 444919 sheet 137). £3. Teams free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 28.52 T. Davies 2001; f. 38.46 G. Harris 2001. Details: Russell Mapp, 44 Clee View, Ludlow, SY8 1HY. Tel: 01584 874538.
SAT.AUG 30. BELLINGHAM SHOW (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 4m/600' from the Showfield main ring. £3 (50p under 18/over 65). Teams free. PM/NS. Over 14. Records: 27.21 S.Murdoch 1992; f. 33.18 K.Robertson 2002. Junior race; 8 to 14yrs; 1m flat course, 2.05 p.m. from main ring. Country Show. Details: Michael Shields, 8 Cairns Road, Bellingham, NE48 2DR. Tel: 01434 220174. Email: michael.shields2@ukonline.co.uk
SAT.AUG 30. DUFTON (R). AS. 12 noon ladies; 1.00 p.m. men. 5m/1500' from Dufton Show Field (GR 684255). Pre-entry only by end July, on FRA universal entry form from FRA website/Calendar, without payment - pay entry to show field. PM. Over 16. New course. British and English Championship counter. No safety pins. No junior races this year. Traditional agricultural show. Details: Jim & Lynda Slinn, 1 Cross Fell Drive, Brampton, Appleby, CA16 6JJ. Tel: 01768 353626. Email: lyndaslinn@aol.com
SAT.AUG 30. LONGSHAW SHEEPDOG TRIALS (R). CS. 11.00 a.m. 5.5m/650' from Longshaw Lodge on Sheffield-Hathersage road (GR 265800). £3 entry to field, race free! PM. Over 18. Records: 38.53 P. Winskill 2003; f. 46.27 L. Lacon 2006. Extensive prize list. Part of World's oldest sheepdog trials! Family events. Details: Jim Fulton, 49 Nethergreen Road, Sheffield, S11 7EH. Tel: 0114 230 2144. Email: dogging@dpfr.co.uk Website: dpfr.co.uk
SAT.AUG 30. PENDLETON (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 5m/1500' from Pendleton, near Clitheroe. £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.38 K.Capper 1983; f. 36.36 C.Greenwood 1984. Home-made refreshments, village pub. No safety pins. Details: Roger Dewhurst, 5 Main Street, Bolton by Bowland, Clitheroe, BB7 4NW. Tel: 01200 447634.
SAT.AUG 30. BLACKSHAW HEAD FETE (R). Please note change of date from Aug. 31st. All other details unchanged.
SAT.AUG 30. BLACKSHAW HEAD FETE (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 5.5m/900' from the Fete Field, Blackshaw Head, nr Hebden Bridge (GR 959276 on OL21). £3.50 includes entry to fete, registration from 12.30 p.m., limit 125 runners. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 36.44 J. Hare 2007; f. 41.43 L. Lacon 2007. Part of Blackshaw Head Village Fete. Details: Sarah Glyde, 1 Causeway Fold, Blackshaw Head, Hebden Bridge, HX7 7JF. Tel: 01422 847628 and 07966 506888. Email: glyde@causewayfold.freeserve.co.uk Website: todharriers.co.uk
SUN.AUG 31. PINCHINTHORPE PLOD (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 7m/1400' from Pinchinthorpe Visitors Centre, nr Guisborough. £5. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 37.25 A. Duffield 2007; 45.20 V. Oldham 2007. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Summer Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
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TUE.SEP 2. KRUNCE SERIES. BS. 6.45 p.m. 3.5m/500' from Rotten O'Gairn Car Park (GR NJ851055). £1. PM. Over 14. Records: 21.09 J. Duncan 2003; f. 24.43 C. Miller 2001. Six race series with scoring based on previous best run on course. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Ewen Rennie, 19 Cromwell Road, Aberdeen, AB15 4UQ. Tel: 01224 326541. Email: ewenfnr@gmail.com Website: cosmics.org.uk
WED.SEP 3. ILKLEY INCLINE (R). CS. 7.00 p.m. 1m/560' from the junction of Wells Road/Keighley Gate Road (GR SE114469). £1.50. Teams free. PM. Over 15. Records: 7.01 J. Henegan 2004; f. 9.20 S. Glover 2004. Uphill only, tarmac road, then track. No toilets. Held in conjunction with Junior Sprint Fell Relays. Details: Geoffrey Howard, 35 St Mary's Close, Ilkley, LS29 8NZ. Tel: 01943 607799. Website: incline.ilkleyharriers.org.uk
THU.SEP 4. HADES HILL (R). BS. 6.45 p.m. 5m/1200' from Taylor Street, Whitworth (GR SD885177). £2.50 on day (entry forms for U18s obtainable in advance). Teams men (4), ladies (3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 31.14 R. Graham 2007; f. 38.38 E. Flannagan 2007. Details: Derek Clutterbuck, Windy Ridge, High Peak Road, Whitworth, Rochdale, OL12 8SR. Tel: 01706 344630.
FRI.SEP 5. GREAT LONGSTONE CHASE (R). BS. 6.45 p.m. 4.8m/950' from the Recreation Ground, Great Longstone (GR SK201716). £3. Over 16. Records: 27.02 D.Neil 1997; f. 31.21 M. Wilkinson 2007. Details: Peter Askew, Standhill Cottage, Great Longstone, Bakewell, DE45 1TH. Tel: 01629 640319.
SAT.SEP 6. BEN NEVIS. AM. 1.00 p.m. 10m/4400' from Claggan Park, Fort William (GR 166713). £9 pre-entry. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 1.25.34 K. Stuart 1984; f. 1.43.25 P. Haworth 1984. Part of FSA "World Series". Details: George Anderson, Macphersons Welding Ltd, North Road, Fort William, PH33 6PP. Tel: 01397 705828. Email: secretary@bennevisrace.co.uk Website: bennevisrace.co.uk
SAT.SEP 6. BRAEMAR GATHERING. . 1.20 p.m. 3.8m from Princess Royal & Duke of Fife Memorial Park. Pre-entry by Aug. 17th. No race entry fee, pay £8 to enter field. Over 17. Records: 24.28 M. Hawkins 1984; f. 30.03 C. Miller 2002. Details: William Meston, Coilacriech, Ballater, AB35 5UH. Tel: 013397 55377. Email: info@braemargathering.org Website: braemargathering.org
SAT.SEP 6. CROSS KEYS ROAD AND FELL RELAY (R). . 1.00 p.m. 2x3m.road plus 2x2.5m.fell from the Cross Keys Inn, Uppermill, Saddleworth (GR SE008062). £8 per team of 4 on day only. Junior teams (U18) need signed consent of parent/guardian. FULL KIT/EQUIPMENT must be brought to event. Kit check at start. Details: Howard Chambers, 65 Broad Lane, Rochdale, OL16 4PL. Tel: 01706 358632. Email: howard@remploy1.freeserve.co.uk Website: saddleworth-runners.co.uk
SAT.SEP 6. DERBYSHIRE CHEVIN (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 3m/560' from Social Club, Milford, Derbys. (GR 349452 on O.S. 811). £3. Over 12. Records: 17.28 G.Cudahy 1996; f. 20.21 C. Tomkinson 2002. Junior/beginners race, 1.5m/280'; juniors U12 (over 10) £1.50. No safety pins. Details: David Denton, 5 Swinney Lane, Belper, DE56 1EF. Tel: 01773 8800338. Email: run2007_2008@yahoo.co.uk Website: runningwithdavid.com
SAT.SEP 6. DEREK PRICE MEMORIAL GRISEDALE HORSESHOE (R). AM. 11.30 a.m. 10m/5000' from Glenridding Village Hall, Patterdale (GR 386172). £4. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 1.41.36 P.Sheard 2000; f. 2.04.21 V.Peacock 1995. Details: Alan Kenny, 4 Birch Drive, Silverdale, Carnforth, LA5 0SE. Tel: 01524 701648. Email: koppers@btinternet.com
SAT.SEP 6. PUMA DERWENTWATER TRAIL (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 8.5m/1350' from Fitz Park, Keswick, Cumbria. See website for entry details. Teams(5) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 52.22 A. Jones 2006; f. 59.34 V. Wilkinson 2007. Limit 1000. Sport trail (over 12) and U8/U10/U12 fun trails. Event T-shirt. See website for other events at venue and entertainments etc. Details: Claire Boothroyd, Event Manager, VO2 Max Events, 71 Serpentine Road, Kendal, LA9 4PD. Tel: 01539 723435. Email: claire@lakelandtrails.org Website: lakelandtrails.org
SAT.SEP 6. JAMES COULSON LAXEY (R). AM. 2.00 p.m. 8.5m/2200' from Glen Roy Farm, Laxey, Isle of Man (GR 407837). £3. NS. Over 18. Records: 1.05.08 L. Taggart 2003; f. 1.26.12 C. Partington 2004. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SUN.SEP 7. BRADLEY (R). BS. 3.00 p.m.(approx) 3.5m/750' from the Playing Fields, Bradley, nr Skipton, (GR003483 on Leeds & Bradford OS Map). £3. Over 17. Records: 23.29 A. Atkinson 1996; f. 29.10 H. Johnson 1999. Junior races: U17/U14/U12/U9; 2.00 p.m.; £1. Please note change in start times - phone or check website to confirm details. Run with Bradley Family Day. Details: Tim Done, 2 Mount Pleasant, Bradley, Keighley, BD20 9ER. Tel: 01535 634871 or 07718 160883. Email: tim@bofra.co.uk Website: bofra.co.uk
SUN.SEP 7. CHELMORTON 5 CHASE (R). BS. 11.30 a.m. 5m/1000' from the Primitive Hall, Chelmorton. £4.50. Teams (4) free. Over 16. Records: 30.31 A. Wilton 2003; f. 38.37 E. Batt 2004. Junior race: U8/U10/U12. Also Fun Run for children. Details: Tracey Worth, Primitive Hall, Main Street, Chelmorton, SK17 9SH. Tel: 01298 85680. Email: mail@primitivehall.demon.co.uk Website: primitivehall.demon.co.uk
SUN.SEP 7. EXTERMINATOR (R). AL. 10.30 a.m. 16m/4050' from the Cricket Inn off A621, Totley, Sheffield (GR 301800) £5 pre-entry by 1st Sept. or on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 2.09.20 S. Bond 2007; f. 2.34.40 J. Jepson 2007. Final counter in Totley Race Series. Junior event after start of senior race. BBQ on field after. Details: Mark Wilson, 44 Vernon Road, Dore, Sheffield, S20 3QE. Tel: 0114 236 3417. Email: markwilson527@btinternet.com Website: totleyac.org.uk
SUN.SEP 7. SHELF MOOR (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 5.9m/1500' from Scout Hut, Old Glossop, (GR SK042949). £4. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 39.45 C.Donnelly 1989; f. 47.17 C.Greenwood 1986. Details: Gordon Cooper, 6 Hampshire Close, Glossop, SK13 8SA. Tel: 01457 864673. Email: g.j.cooper@shef.ac.uk Website: glossopdale.org.uk
MON.SEP 8. TRUNCE 9 (R). CS. 6.45 p.m. 4.25m/550' from Oxspring Playing Field, Oxspring, Sheffield (GR SE272012). £1.20. LK. Over 16. Records: 23.03 S. Bond 2007; f. 27.21 L. Adams 2007. Junior race: over 10 yrs, 2m, 6.45 p.m. No prizes per race; overall series trophies for junior, senior and single vet category. Final race in series - optional fancy dress with prizes. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: trunce.org.uk
SAT.SEP 13. HODDER VALLEY SHOW (R). AS. 1.30 p.m. 5m/1650' from the Showground, Dunsop Bridge (GR 659504). £3 - pay entry to show and get partial refund at registration. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 42.46 M. Horrocks 1998; f. 49.31 V. Peacock 2000. Junior races: U16 (over 14) and U18. Part of Hodder Valley Agricultural Show. Details: Stephen Cox, Ivy Cottage, Newton-in-Bowland, Clitheroe, BB7 3DY. Tel: 01200 446315. Email: steviecox@orange.net Website: bowlandfellrunners.org
SAT.SEP 13. GREAT WESTMORLAND TRAIL (R). BM. 2.30 p.m. 7.5m/1100' from Crosby Garrett Village Hall, Cumbria. £7 pre-entry by Sept. 6th or £10 on day - includes a "Westmorland Tea". Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. New event. Junior race: 2 m., over 10s. Details: Fraser Livesey, Murthwaite, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4LP. Tel: 015396 21021. Email: liveseyfamily@live.co.uk Website: howgillharriers.org.uk
SUN.SEP 14. DARK+WHITE EVENTS MINI-MM1 (R). MM. 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Peak District - start venue to be confirmed 1 month before event. Solos £8.50, pairs £15 - see website for details and entry form. NS. Over 17. A 3 hour MM/Score navigational event for solos or pairs. Bagged maps over-printed with controls included in entry fee. Refreshments. Details: Adrian Boyes, 10 Buscott Drive, Ashbourne, DE6 1JY. Tel: 01335 348603. Email: info@darkandwhite.co.uk Website: darkandwhite.co.uk
SUN.SEP 14. now SUN.SEP 28 DFR TOP OF THE FOREST (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 7.5m/1250' from Grove car park, Hamsterley Forest (GR065299). £6. PM. Over 18. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.SEP 14. LAKE DISTRICT MOUNTAIN TRIAL (R). O. Interval starts from 8.30 a.m. Men's course - ~16m/~7000'; Women's course - ~12m/~5000'; Short course - ~10m/~3500' from a venue somewhere in the Lake District - general area on entry form, final details 2 weeks before event. £15 pre-entry only, preferably on-line, on official form (available from May on website or from Climbers Shop, Ambleside) - closing date 15th Aug. Teams free. ER/NS. Over 21 mens/womens courses, over 18 short course. Hot food, map and hire of "dibber" included. Sponsored by Petzl UK. Details: Simon Patton, 2 Sunnybank Cottages, Jaggers Lane, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1AZ. Tel: 01433 650213. Email: info@ldmta.org.uk Website: ldmta.org.uk
SUN.SEP 14. PADFIELD PLUM FAIR SCAMPER (R). BS. 1.15 p.m. 5.5m/1050' from Padfield recreation ground (GR 031962). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 38.01 A. Peach 2007; f. 43.45 S. Cooper 2007. No safety pins. Part of village fete which includes "Famous Redgate Coal Race". Details: Ted Woodhouse, 14 Platt Street, Padfield, Glossop, SK13 1EJ. Tel: 01457 855077. Email: halbadier@aol.com
SUN.SEP 14. SETTLE LOOP TOUGH TRAIL (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 9.5m/1500' from Mitchell Lane, Settle. £6 pre-entry or £8 on day, entry forms from organiser with SAE or via email - includes drink and cakes. LK/PM. Over 18. No safety pins. Follows recently created "Settle Loop". Details: Tracy Wilson, Croft Cottage, Commercial Street, Settle, BD24 9HP. Tel: 01729 823073 or 07969 842096. Email: viviennet.wilson@aol.com
SUN.SEP 14. STRETTON SKYLINE (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 18m/4450' from Church Stretton Social Club, Essex Road, Church Stretton. £5. Teams to be declared on day. NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.17.16 K.West 1986; f. 2.46.42 R. Pickvance 2005. No safety pins. Details: Andy Smith, DUMMY Tel: 07930 551214. Email: as004r9900@blueyonder.co.uk Website: telfordrunning.co.uk or myweb.tiscali.co.uk/fellrunner/ (no www)
SUN.SEP 14. YORKSHIREMAN HALF MARATHON (R). BL. 10.00 a.m. 13.1m/1750' from Haworth Primary School (tbc) (GR 032374). £10 pre-entry, no entry on day. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.25.42 A. Breaks 2005; f. 1.43.12 C. Leah 2005. T-shirt to all finishers. Hot meal. Details: Charlie Marshall, Hill Top Barn, Hill Top Road, Oakworth, Keighley, BD22 7PY. Tel: 01535 648017 (before 7 p.m.) or 07771 725289. Email: charlie@sportcamps.co.uk Website: kcac.co.uk
SUN.SEP 14. YORKSHIREMAN OFF-ROAD MARATHON (R). CL. 10.00 a.m. 26.2m/3000' from Haworth Primary School (tbc) (GR 032374). £10 (solo) and £18 (pair/team) pre-entry, no entry on day. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 3.04.55 C. Loftus 2004; f. 3.53.17 N. Sharratt-Stainland 2007. Refreshments en-route. Recce recommended. T-shirt to all finishers. Hot meal. Details: Charlie Marshall, Hill Top Barn, Hill Top Road, Oakworth, Keighley, BD22 7PY. Tel: 01535 648017 (before 7 p.m.) or 07771 725289. Email: charlie@sportcamps.co.uk Website: kcac.co.uk
SAT.SEP 20. GOOD SHEPHERD CLASSIC (R). BL. 10.30 a.m. 15m/2000' from the Good Shepherd Centre, Mytholmroyd, West Yorks. (GR 013258). £5 pre-entry or £6 on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.48.30 K. Gray 2007; f'. 2.15.54 S. Rowell 2005. No safety pins. Details: Jason Stevens & Jo Porter, 10 New Barton, Hubberton, Sowerby Bridge, HX6 1NW. Tel: 01422 316194. Email: mrjasonstevens@hotmail.co.uk Website: cvfr.co.uk
SAT.SEP 20. LANTERN PIKE (R). BS. 2.00 p.m. 5m/1050' from Spray House Farm, Little Hayfield (GR SK035886). Pay £5.50 (approx) entry to Show. PM. Over 16. Records: 29.12 R.Wilde 1977; f. 34.50 C. Haigh 1984. Juniors: 8 - 11 yrs, 0.5m; 12 - 15 yrs, 2m; 1 p.m. Country Show - good family day out. Details: Jim Trueman, Ivy Farm, Slack Lane, Little Hayfield, High Peak, SK22 2NQ. Tel: 01663 743179. Email: jtrueman@cisco.com Website: cs.man.ac.uk/~temples/hc/
SAT.SEP 20. LOWE ALPINE MOURNE MM. MM. From 8.30 a.m. Two-day Mountain Marathon with four classes; Elite 55km/2500m, B Class 45km/2000m, C Class 35Km/1500m, D Class 35Km/1200m. From a venue in the Mourne Mountains, to be divulged 10 days before the event. £50 per team of two, entry from early May on-line or to organiser on official form from website, by 31st. July, late entries £60 up to 10th Sept. ER/NS/LK. Over 18. Details: Denis Rankin, 18 Cranmore Gardens, Belfast, BT9 6JL. Tel: 028 9028 0639. Email: committee@mourne2day.com Website: mourne2day.com
SAT.SEP 20. SIMONSIDE (R). BM. 2.30 p.m. 6.75m/1200' from Thropton Showfield, Coquetdale (GR NU031027). £4 - pre-entry gives free entry to Show. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 41.24 G.Hull 1993; f. 46.48 T.Calder 1991. Junior race; 16 to 18 yrs; 6m shortened course. Country Show. Indoor camping in village hall by pre-arrangement with organiser. Local B. & B. Details: Jane Walker, Northumbria Mountain Sports, The Chantry, Morpeth, NE61 1PJ. Tel: 01670 513276 and 01670 515189. Email: janewalker55@aol.com
SAT.SEP 20. ST. BONIFACE FELL (R). AS. 11.00 a.m. 3m/775' from the Winter Gardens, Ventnor (GR SZ564774.). £5 or £12 for series of 3 races - see website for details. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 14. Records: 17.02 D. Lacy 2007 ; f. 20.07 P. Leach 1999. Counter in Isle of Wight Fell Race Series. Also S.E.A.A. Fell Running Championship, runners MUST pre-enter by Sept. 13th. Details: Chris Lewis, Flat 1, 29 High Street, Ventnor, PO38 1RZ. Tel: 01983 857339. Email: races@rydeharriers.co.uk Website: rydeharriers.co.uk
SAT.SEP 20. THREE SHIRES (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 13m/4000' from the Three Shires Inn, Little Langdale, Ambleside. £6. Teams free. ER/LK/NS (N.B. don't enter without appropriate navigation and mountaincraft skills). Over 18. Records: 1.45.08 G.Bland 1997; f. 2.05.29 M.Todd 1997. Cut off time at 3 Shires Stone is 1 p.m. 25th anniversary event - all "old" runners welcome. Juniors: U12, U14, U16 races starting at 11.10 a.m. Details: Selwyn Wright, Craighouse, Foxfield Road, Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6EZ. Tel: 01229 716797. Email: selwyn@craighouse39.freeserve.co.uk Website: amblesideac.org.uk
SAT.SEP 20. VENTNOR HORSESHOE (R). BM. 3.00 p.m. 7m/1500' from the Winter Gardens, Ventnor (GR SZ564774.). £5 or £12 for series of 3 races - see website for details. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 52.48 D. Lacy 2007; f. 1.03.12 U. Korenjak 2005. Counter in Isle of Wight Fell Race Series. Also S.E.A.A. Fell Running Championship, MUST pre-enter by Sept. 13th. Details: Chris Lewis, Flat 1, 29 High Street, Ventnor, PO38 1RZ. Tel: 01983 857339. Email: races@rydeharriers.co.uk Website: rydeharriers.co.uk
SUN.SEP 21. CLEVELAND SEARCH & RESCUE: VIKING CHASE (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 8m/1500' from Lordstones Cafe, Carlton Bank, nr Stokesley (GR NZ 523030). £6.50 pre-entry or £8 on day. LK/PM. Over 18. Juniors: U8/U10/U12/U14/U16/U18 races. English Junior Championship counter. See website for further details. In aid of Cleveland Search & Rescue Team. Details: John Goodwin, Wildcroft, Borrowby, YO7 4QN. Tel: 07766 106833. Email: vikingchase@hotmail.co.uk Website: clevelandsrt.co.uk
SUN.SEP 21. DALEHEAD (R). The Borrowdale Show of which this event is part has been cancelled as a result of the recent exceptionally wet weather. The junior races have also been cancelled. However, the senior race will still take place at 2.00 p.m. Start/finish and registration from 1.00 p.m. will be at the Borrowdale Institute. £4 entry fee. Free parking for runners at the Scafell Hotel.
SUN.SEP 21. STANAGE STRUGGLE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6.1m/1200' from Hathersage Primary School Field, Hathersage (GR 235817). £5. PM. Over 18. Records: 37.20 J. Heneghan 2007; f. 44.29 C. Howard 2006. Changing facilities and refreshments. T-shirts to first 40 males/ first 10 females. Field parking if dry. No dogs allowed on school field. Details: Michael Laver, 1 Crossland Road, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1AN. Tel: 01433 650443 or 07721 313728. Email: stanage-struggle@tiscali.co.uk
SUN.SEP 21. WROXALL ROUND (R). CL. 10.30 a.m. 13m/1500' from the Winter Gardens, Ventnor (GRSZ564774.). £5 or £12 for series of 3 races - see website for details. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.22.27 D. Lacy 2006; f. 1.36.13 U. Korenjak 2005. Counter in Isle of Wight Fell Race Series. Also S.E.A.A. Fell Running Championship, runners MUST pre-enter by Sept. 13th. Details: Chris Lewis, Flat 1, 29 High Street, Ventnor, PO38 1RZ. Tel: 01983 857339. Email: races@rydeharriers.co.uk Website: rydeharriers.co.uk
SAT.SEP 27. NINE EDGES ENDURANCE EVENT (R). BL. 10.00 a.m. 20m/2500' from Fairholmes car park, Ladybower (GR SK174894) to Robin Hood pub near Baslow (GR SK281721). £20 - entry forms and details from website or organiser. LK. Over 18. Records: 2.44.00 L. Banton 2006; f. 3.47.00 N. Hall/L. Daniel 2006. No safety pins. Fund raising event for Edale Mountain Rescue Team so participants encouraged to raise sponsorship. Free transport from finish back to start. Details: Neil Roden, White Cottage, 9 Main Road, Grindleford, Hope Valley, S32 2JN. Tel: 01433 631650. Email: neil_inthepeak@tiscali.co.uk Website: nineedges.co.uk
SAT.SEP 27. PUMLUMON CHALLENGE. BL. 8.00 a.m. (tbc). 27m/5500' from Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre nr Aberystwyth (GR SN717813). £12 - entry forms and details from website or organiser. Cheques payable to Pentir Pumlumon. Teams (3). ER/PM. U16s must be accompanied by 2 adults. Under 18s (over 16) must have parental permission. Records: 4.06.00 A. Smalls/M. Davis 2007; f. 5.37.00 M. Calvert 2007. Refreshments en route and food available at finish. Details: Wynne Jones, Pentir Pumlumon, Lisburne House, Pontrhydygroes, Ystrad Meurig, SY25 6DQ. Tel: 01974 282581. Email: wynne@pumlumon.org.uk Website: pumlumon.org.uk/challenge.php
SAT.SEP 27. RAB MOUNTAIN MARATHON (R). MM. Start times and venue details to be confirmed 1 month before event - in Northern England. Solos £35, pairs £70 - see website for details/entry form. ER/NS. Over 17. 2 day MM for solos or teams of 2, 3 or 4. Bagged maps overprinted with controls inc. in entry fee. Camping facilities. Prizes by RAB. Details: Adrian Boyes, 10 Buscott Drive, Ashbourne, DE6 1JY. Tel: 01335 348603. Email: info@darkandwhite.co.uk Website: darkandwhite.co.uk
SAT.SEP 27. SCAFELL PIKE (R). AS. 1.00 p.m. 4.5m/3000' from Wasdale Head Campsite, Cumbria, (GR 183075). £5 to organiser by 13th.September - cheques payable to "CFRA". Limit 250. Teams mens, ladies or mixed free. LK/PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 49.50 L. Taggart 2007; f. 63.24 N.Davies 1999. Limited car parking - NT car park only. Further information from website or SAE to organiser. Details: Richard Eastman, 2 Maud Syke, Station Road, Drigg, Holmrook, CA19 1XQ. Tel: 019467 24263 or 07736 045847. Email: richard@cfra.freeserve.co.uk Website: cfra.co.uk
SAT.SEP 27. THIEVELEY PIKE (R). AS. 3.00 p.m. 4.25m/1300' from Holme, Chapel-in-Cliviger, nr Burnley (GR SD875285). £4. PM. Over 16. Records: 30.44 R. Hope 2006; f. 35.41 N. White 2006. U14 (over 12) and U16 junior races, 3.05 p.m., 2.5m/500'. Limited car parking. No safety pins. Details: Peter Booth, Flat A, 101 Burnley Road, Cliviger, Burnley, BB10 4SN. Tel: 01282 448232 or 07724 085873. Email: pete.booth@ntlworld.com
SAT.SEP 27. TWO BREWERIES. AL. 12.00 noon. 18m/4900' from Traquair House, Innerleithen (GR 329353 on OS 73). £14 pre-entry by 20th Sept. on official form only - see website for details and other important information. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 2.33.38 J.Taylor 1992; f. 2.53.56 A.Mudge 2000. Details: Bill Sheridan, Old Kirk Brae, Broughton, By Biggar, ML12 6HF. Tel: 01899 830415. Email: bsheridan@btinternet.com Website: twobreweries.org.uk
SAT.SEP 27. WHERNSIDE (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 12.1m/2972' from Church Bridge, Dent (GR 707871). £5. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Return of a popular fell race. Details: Paul Cornthwaite, c/o Lyon Equipment, Rise Hill Mill, Dent, Sedbergh, LA10 5QL. Tel: 015396 25910. Email: paulc@lyon.co.uk
SUN.SEP 28. DFR TOP OF THE FOREST (R). Please note change of date from Sun. Sept 14th. All other details unchanged.
SUN.SEP 28. ARENIG FAWR. AM. 1.00 p.m. 6.7m/1900' from near Arenig quarry (GR SH830392). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 56.44 R. Roberts 2007; f. 65.01 A. Bartlett 2007. No toilets. Start is 1mile from car park/registration. Details: Yiannis Tridimas, 15 Eastfield Drive, Liverpool, L17 4LH. Tel: 0151 727 2615. Email: y.d.tridimas@ljmu.ac.uk Website: yiannistridimas.tripod.com
SUN.SEP 28. COCK HOWE AND BEYOND (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 7m/1500' from Chop Gate carpark 3m. south of Clay Bank, Stokesley (GR 558994). £6. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 39.24 J. Bulman 2007; f. 41.22 R. Smith 2002. Juniors: Cock Howe, 2.5m, £2. First of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.SEP 28. CREG-NY-BAA (R). AM. 9.00 a.m. 10m/2700' from The Bungalow, TT Course, Isle of Man (GR 396867). £3. NS. Over 18. Records: 1.13.48 K.Callister 1989; f. 1.24.48 B.Walker 1997. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SUN.SEP 28. WYCOLLER HOOF. CL. 8.00 a.m. 17m/1750' and 26m/2650' from Colne Cricket Club (GR 898404) on road to Keighley from end of M65. £8 pre-entry or £10 on day including meal, see website for details. ER/NS. Over 18 unless accompanied by parent/guardian. LDWA event, runners welcome. No safety pins. Details: Roy Davies, 9 Wadebridge Drive, Bury, BL8 2NN. Tel: 0161 763 5748 or 07595 302797. Email: royndavies@tiscali.co.uk Website: ldwa.org.uk/eastlancashire
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SAT.OCT 4. AUTUMN LEAVES (R). BM. 11 a.m. 8.5m/1700' from Kiln Green Church, Diggle, Saddleworth (GR 007080). Entry on day. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 59.23 P. Green 2006; f. 1.11.25 A. Lupton 2006. Details: Howard Chambers, 65 Broad Lane, Rochdale, OL16 4PL. Tel: 01706 358632. Email: howard@remploy1.freeserve.co.uk Website: saddleworth-runners.co.uk
SAT.OCT 4. FAN FAWR. AS. 2.00 p.m. 2m/1000' from lay-by opposite Storey Arms on A470 Merthyr - Brecon road (GR 983203). £1. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 16.02 G. Patten 1991; f'. 19.16 J. Teague 1991. No safety pins. Toilets 0.5m south on A470. Details: Chris Gildersleve, 68 Bishops Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 1LW. Tel: 02920 624143. Email: gildersleve@ntlworld.com
SAT.OCT 4. GRIN AND BEAR IT (R). BL. 10.00 a.m. 15.5m/1950' from Langsett Barn, Langsett, Sheffield (GR SE211004). £8 - see website for details. LK/PM. Over 18. Fund raising event for Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team. Entries to: Carol Ward, 8 Cleveland Way, Shelley, Huddersfield, HD8 8NQ, Tel: 01484 531561 (daytime), Email: carolward248@aol.com. Two other events aimed primarily at LDWA members - see website. Food available - donations welcome. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 01226 761469 or 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: woodheadmrt.org
SAT.OCT 4. PUMA CONISTON TRAIL (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 9.3m/1625' from Coniston Hall, Coniston, Cumbria. See website for entry details. Teams(5) free. PM. Over 18. Records: 52.56 J. Walsh 2007; f. 61.47 O. Walwyn 2007. Limit 1000. Sport trail (over 12) and U8/U10/U12 fun trails. Event T-shirt. See website for other events at venue and entertainments etc. Details: Claire Boothroyd, Event Manager, VO2 Max Events, 71 Serpentine Road, Kendal, LA9 4PD. Tel: 01539 723435. Email: claire@lakelandtrails.org Website: lakelandtrails.org
SUN.OCT 5. BRONTE WAY (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 8m/1150' from Aisled Barn, Wycoller Country Park (GR SD932392) to Fleece Inn, Haworth. £7 pre-entry or on day. Teams free. Must pre-enter by Sept. 28th if transport from Haworth to start required. Teams free. Over 18. Record: 49.25 I. Holmes 2006. Bottle of TT Landlord plus soup/roll at finish. Transport leaves Haworth at 9.30 a.m. Details: John Preston, The Coach House, Springhead, Tim Lane, Oakworth, BD22 7SP. Tel: 01535 646695. Email: jpemail.f2s.com Website: kcac.co.uk
SUN.OCT 5. IAN HODGSON MOUNTAIN RELAY (R). . 25m/8500' for teams of 8, running in pairs. 10.00 a.m. from Sykeside Camping Park, Brotherswater. £50 per team on official entry form available from the organiser from July 1st. Entries close 31st.July. ER/LK/NS. Leg 3 over 16 if partner over 18, legs 1,2 & 4 over 18. Records (anti-clockwise): 3.37.42 Borrowdale 2007; f. 4.45.58 Dark Peak 2007; vets 4.00.59 Dark Peak 2007; mixed 4.17.17 Bingley 2007. Anti-clockwise circuit to be retained. Classic Mountain Relay - legs 1,2 & 4 genuine mountain terrain; leg 3 easier but still testing. Details: Jonathan Broxap & Andrew Schofield, 32 Castle Garth, Kendal, LA9 7AT. Tel: 017687 78577 (Scoffer) or 01539 721603 (Brox). Email: jonathan@dbroxap.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.OCT 5. THE outdoordesigns HOPE MOORS & TORS (R). BL/BM. 10.00 a.m. 20m/3700' or 8.5m/1500' from Hope Valley College (GR167834). £9 (20m) and £6 (8.5m) - see website for entry and other info. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. 10th anniversary. Organised by Dark + White Events with Sportident timing. Refreshments at event centre and en-route. No safety pins. Details: Adrian Boyes, 10 Buscott Drive, Ashbourne, DE6 1JY. Tel: 01335 348603. Email: info@darkandwhite.co.uk Website: darkandwhite.co.uk
SUN.OCT 5. SANDSTONE TRAIL (R). CL/CM. Race A - 10.00 a.m. 17.1m/2100' from Duckington, Cheshire (GR494525 Sheet 257). Records: 1.55.19 G. Groves 2007; f. 2.14.09 K. Parker 2005. Race B - 11.00 a.m. 10.6m/950' from Beeston Castle, Cheshire (GR538583 Sheet 257) Records: 1.08.45 I. Macgill 2007; f. 1.15.37 N. Bird 2006. For both events: Entry will be on-line and by post - see website for details. Teams (3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. One-way races with buses leaving at 8.30 a.m., for which there is a charge, from the finish at Barnes Bridge Gates, Delamere (GR542716) to the starts BEFORE the races. Details: Chris Hallows, 3 Newlands Close, Frodsham, WA6 6EQ. Tel: 01928 732650. Email: chris@chrishallows.plus.com Website: deeside-orienteering-club.org.uk/sstrail/
SAT.OCT 11. LANGDALE HORSESHOE (R). AL. 11.00 a.m. 14m/4000' from the Old Dungeon Ghyll, Great Langdale (GR 286062). £6 to organiser by 5th Oct., entry form and details on website, cheques payable to "Ambleside A.C.". Limit 400. NO late entries. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.55.03 A.Styan 1977; f. 2.23.25 H.Diamantides 1992. Share cars if possible. Details: Roger Bell, 11 High Gale, Ambleside, LA22 0BG. Tel: 015394 32730. Email: bell.roger@btinternet.com Website: amblesideac.org.uk
SAT.OCT 11. MANOR WATER. BM. 1.00 p.m. 10m/2200' from Croftlea, Manor, Peebles (GR NT217379). £3. PM. Over 20. Records: 68.14 B. Marshall 2006; f. 75.38 A. Mudge 2005. Junior races; 13-15 yrs, 3.25m/800'; 16-19 yrs, 5m/1300'. Alongside Manor Water Sheepdog Trials. Food available. Details: Graham Pyatt, The Schoolhouse, Manor, Peebles, EH45 9JN. Tel: 01721 740319. Email: d.g.pyatt@btinternet.com Website: carnethy.com
SAT.OCT 11. RHINOG HORSESHOE. AL. 11.00 a.m. 15.0m/5200' from Victoria Hotel, Llanbedr village centre (GR 259327). £7. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 2.50.42 L. Taggart 2006; f. 3.02.18 J. Lee 2006. No safety pins. Details: Andrew Sanderson, Gwynfryn House, Llanbedr, LL45 2PA. Tel: 01341 241511. Email: a.sanderson@btinternet.com Website: rhinogfellraces.co.uk
SUN.OCT 12. BREIDDEN HILLS. AM. 11.00 a.m. 7m/2300' from Criggion Village Hall, Criggion, (GR 296149 on OS 126). £4. Teams free. LK/PM. Records: 50.38 M. James 2006; f. 57.49 P.Gibb 1999. Junior race: 2m/350', 10.30 a.m. No safety pins. No dogs. Details: Rick & Jan Robson, Little Corner, Wollaston, Shrewsbury, SY5 9DN. Tel: 01743 261181. Email: rick.robson@tiscali.co.uk Website: dawsy.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.OCT 12. BRITISH & IRISH JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIPS. . To be held at Bonaly in the Pentland Hills (GR 211675 on OS Pathfinder 66), near Edinburgh. Details: Martin Hyman, 36 Harburn Avenue, Deans, Livingston, EH54 8NQ. Tel: 01506 412322. Email: martinhyman@clara.co.uk
SUN.OCT 12. DAVE BRAY TINTWISTLE MEMORIAL RACE (R). BM. 12.00 noon. 8.5m/1160' from Bull's Head pub, Tintwistle (GR024973 on "Explorer 01") £3. Teams free. LK/PM. Over 18. Records: 49.01 A. Jones 2007; f. 66.12 R. Oldham 2005. Proceeds to Glossop Mountain Rescue. Details: Dave Willis, 14 Hall Drive, Mottram, Hyde, SK14 6LH. Tel: 01457 765228. Email: jane.willis@talktalk.net
SUN.OCT 12. MENDIP MUDDLE (R). CL. 11.00 a.m. 12.4m/1400' from the Charterhouse Centre, Charterhouse, nr Blagdon, Bristol (GR 502558). £10 to organiser by 6th Oct. or £12 on day. PM Over 18. Records: 1.15.44 A.Kenchington 1995; f. 1.31.13 C.Newman 1997. Includes donation to RNLI. Novelty prize to all finishers. Details: Bryan Morley, 31 Blue Water Drive, Elborough Village, Locking, Weston-Super-Mare, BS24 8PF. Tel: 01934 824170. Email: mendipmuddle@westonac.co.uk Website: westonac.co.uk
SUN.OCT 12. PENTLAND SKYLINE. AL. 11.00 a.m. 16m/6200' from Midlothian Snowsports Centre, Hillend, Biggar Road, Midlothian (GR NT245667). £3. Teams free. ER/LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 2.22.40 A.Kitchin 1994; f. 2.42.29 A.Mudge 2002. Details: Shane Bouchier, 2/5 Tay Street, Edinburgh, EH11 1EA. Tel: 0131 229 2682. Email: skyline@carnethy.com Website: carnethy.com
SUN.OCT 12. WINDGATHER (R). BL. 11.00 a.m. 13.5m/2500' from Burbage Institute, Bishop's Lane, Buxton (GR 044730). £5. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.29.30 L. Taggart 2007; f. 1.55.10 J. Lee 2007. No safety pins. Final race of the "Goyt Valley Series". Supported by the Rotary Club of Buxton. Details: Andrew Heywood, 69 Dovedale Crescent, Buxton, SK17 9BH. Tel: 07977 550006. Email: andrew@eurgold.com Website: fellraces.co.uk
SAT.OCT 18. GLEN RUY (R). BS. 1.30 p.m. 2.75m/490' from Glen Ruy Farm, Laxey, Isle of Man (GR 407837). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 14.27 P. Sheard 2004; f. 17.15 C. Partington 2004. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SAT.OCT 18. SCREES (R). AS. 2.30 p.m. 5.3m/1600' from the Screes Inn, Nether Wasdale, Cumbria. £5 - includes 'Tatie-Pot". Teams (4) free. NS/PM. Over 16. Records: 42.15 R. Lightfoot 2005; f. 53.41 K. Beaty 2005. £100 to winning team. Live band in Screes Inn on Sat. evening after race. Details: Danny Hughes, Screes Inn, Wasdale, Seascale, CA20 1ET. Tel: 019467 26262. Email: info@thescreesinnwasdale.com Website: thescreesinnwasdale.com
SUN.OCT 19. AVIEMORE HIGHLAND HALF MARATHON. . 11.00 a.m. 13.1m from Badaguish centre Aviemore (GR NH956114). £14/£16 - email organiser for details. Over 17. Records 1.09.19 S. Pride 2006; f. 1.25.03 M. Todd 2006. Trail run in shadow of the Cairngorm Mountains. Details: Craig Little, Badaguish Outdoor Centre, Aviemore, PH22 1QU. Tel: 01479 861285. Email: craig1@badaguish.org Website: aviemorehalfmarathon.org
SUN.OCT 19. RON SKILTON MEMORIAL HALF MARATHON. BL. 11.00 a.m. 11m/2000' from Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys (GR 879467). £8 - see website for further information. For individuals or relay teams of 2. Records: 1.18.07 P. Kendrick 2006; f. 1.28.20 R. Pickvance 2006. Mementoes to all finishers. Event supports Motor Neurone Disease Foundation. Details: Gordon Green, Elenedd, Victoria Road, Llanwrtyd Wells, LD5 4SU. Tel: 01591 610270. Email: gordon88green@btopenworld.com Website: green-events.co.uk
SUN.OCT 19. SALTERGATE GALLOWS (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 8m/1200' from Saltergate Bank Top, nr Fylingdales on A169 Whitby to Pickering road (GR 853937). £6. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 58.48 P.White/P.Stevenson 1999; f. 67.23 M.Curran 1999. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.OCT 19. UKA BRITISH RELAY CHAMPIONSHIPS. . To be organised by the WFRA/Martin Cortvriend in the Clwydian Hills, Denbighshire. Full details and entry form will be in the "Fellrunner". Details: Martin Cortvriend, Dol-y-Caeau, Llangynhafal, LL16 4LN. Tel: 01824 790534. Email: martincortvriend@yahoo.co.uk Website: wfra.org.uk
SUN.OCT 26. "RUNNING BEAR" RACE YOU TO THE SUMMIT (R). BS. 11.30 a.m. 4m/800' from the Summit Inn on A6033 Todmorden Road, Summit, nr Littleborough (GR 946188 on OS 21, South Pennines). £3. Teams free. PM/LK. Over 14. Records: 26.55 N. Leigh 2003; f. 31.27 J. Waites 2005. Halloween fancy dress optional but preferred - prize for best! Details: Allan Greenwood, 1 Royd Avenue, Ainley Top, Huddersfield, HD3 3RY. Tel: 07866 043572. Website: ogdenwater.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.OCT 26. CURLY WURLY RAT RUNS (R). CS. 10.30 a.m. from Penistone Hill Country Park, near Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks. (GR 025364). £1. PM. U8 (over 6), 0.5m/100'; U10/U12/U14, 1m/150'; U16, 2m/300'. For records see "Soreen Junior Quarry Runs" on Jan. 26th. "Curly Wurly/Precision Goody-Bag" for all finishers. Sponsored by Precision Pest Management. Run in conjunction with Within's Skyline senior race. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
SUN.OCT 26. PASSING CLOUDS (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 9m/1800' from Winking Man pub on A53 Buxton to Leek road (GR SK026637). £4. Teams (3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 65.12 D. Neil 1997; f. 84.12 T. Greenway 2002. Details: John Amies, Home Farm, Hulme Walfield, Congleton, CW12 2JJ. Tel: 01260 277472. Email: jhamies@gmail.com Website: congleton-harriers.co.uk
SUN.OCT 26. WITHINS SKYLINE (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 7m/1000' from Penistone Hill Country Park, near Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks. (GR 025364). £3. Teams free. PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 41.28 A. Brownlee 2006; f. 48.39 J. Waites 2006. Cadbury's "Curly Wurly" for all finishers. Free coffee and biscuits. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
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SAT.NOV 1. DUNNERDALE (R). AS. 12.00 noon. 5m/1800' from the Blacksmiths Arms, Broughton Mills, Cumbria (GR 223905 on O.S. 96). £5 (includes food). Teams(3) free. PM/NS. Over 16. Records: 35.51 K.Anderson 1991; f. 43.09 J.Kenyon 1993. No dogs on course. Parking restricted. Please park where instructed. Route map on website. Details: Andrew Gittins, Lowfield, Church Street, Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6ER. Tel: 01229 715104. Email: gittins.andrewj@virgin.net Website: bcrunners.org.uk
SUN.NOV 2. CLWYDIAN HILLS. AM. 11.00 a.m. 10m/3100' from Cilcain Village Hall (GR SJ177653 on OS 116). £4. LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 66.15 L. Taggart 2006; f. 80.51 J. Lee 2006. No safety pins. Details: Peter Taylor, 3 Pen-y-coed, Nannerch, Mold, CH7 5RS. Tel: 01352 741822 or 07711 390624. Email: runner.ltd@virgin.net Website: newsar.org.uk
SUN.NOV 2. COP HILL (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 7m/900' from Meltham Community Centre. £4. Teams free. LK. Over 18. Records: 40.58 D.Topham 1981; f. 46.52 C.Haigh 1986. Two lap course. Details: Martin Sturdy, 12 Weavers Court, Mill Bank Road, Meltham, Holmfirth, HD9 4EQ. Tel: 01484 852048. Email: martin.sturdy@corusgroup.com Website: melthamac.com
SUN.NOV 02. COPELAND CHASE. Race now on 16th November 2008
SUN.NOV 2. DARK+WHITE EVENTS MINI-MM2 (R). MM. 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Peak District - start venue to be confirmed 1 month before event. Solos £8.50, pairs £15 - see website for details and entry form. NS. Over 17. A 3 hour MM/Score navigational event for solos or pairs. Bagged maps over-printed with controls included in entry fee. Refreshments. Details: Adrian Boyes, 10 Buscott Drive, Ashbourne, DE6 1JY. Tel: 01335 348603. Email: info@darkandwhite.co.uk Website: darkandwhite.co.uk
SUN.NOV 2. WREKIN WRECKER (R). AM. 11.00 a.m. 8.1m/2400'. Registration and parking at Wellington Cricket Club (GR 638109), Haygate Rd, Wellington. £4. Over 18. Records: 55.10 M. Jame 2006; f 1.11.03 A. Bartlett 2007. Allow 15 mins to get to start from registration. Details: Glenn MacDonald-Jones, Lancaster House, High Meadows, Norbury, Stafford, ST20 0PD. Tel: 01785 284740. Email: macdonaldjones@btinternet.com Website: newportrunningclub.co.uk
SAT.NOV 8. RHOBELL FAWR. AM. 12 noon. 6m/1900' from Llanfachreth Village Hall, nr Dolgellau, Gwynedd (GR SH756225). £4. Teams (3) free. LK/PM/NS/ER. Over 16. Records: 50.33 C. Donelly 2004; f. 58.54 J. Lee 2005. Junior race, 2k, any age. Details: Graeme Stringer, Meirionnydd R. C., Wenallt, Llanelltyd, Dolgellau, LL40 2TA. Tel: 07917 001173. Website: run-meirionnydd.co.uk
SAT.NOV 8. SHEPHERDS SKYLINE (R). BM. 1.00 p.m. 6m/1150' from the Shepherds Rest Inn, Lumbutts Rd, Todmorden, (GR 945232). £4. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. PM/NS. Over 18. Records: 39.59 I. Holmes 2003; f. 48.23 J. Waites 2006. Junior races, all categories, from 12.00 noon, £1. Goody bag for all juniors. Details: Phil Hodgson, Brookside, Stubbing Drive, Hebden Bridge, HX7 6LS. Tel: 01422 844936. Email: phil@todharriers.co.uk Website: todharriers.co.uk
SUN.NOV 9. LEG IT ROUND LATHKIL (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 7.1m/950' from the Lathkil Hotel, Over Haddon, nr Bakewell (GR 207655). £4. Over 18. Records: 45.33 A. Ward 2005; f. 54.52 A. Joel 2006. Also 1.8m fun run. Part of the Hotel's "Lathkil Hotel Fun Day" with all proceeds to the "Children in Need" appeal. Details: Alan Renfree, Lea House, Church Street, Monyash, Bakewell, DE45 1JH. Tel: 01629 813849. Email: renfree@chalethome.freeserve.co.uk Website: lathkil.co.uk
SUN.NOV 9. ROACHES (R). BL. 10.30 a.m. 15m/3700' from the Village Hall, Meerbrook, nr Leek (GR 987608). £3.50. Teams free. ER/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.50.10 J.Taylor 1991; f. 2.20.40 K.Parker 1992. Parking and toilets at Tittesworth Reservoir, 15 mins walk to start. Details: Andrew Addis, 10 Woolliscroft Avenue, Newcastle under Lyme, ST5 0NR. Tel: 01782 612838. Email: andrew_addis@lineone.net
SUN.NOV 9. THREE TOPS (R). AM. 10.30 a.m. 8m/2000' from Guisborough RUFC (GR 616155). £6. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 56.45 C. Stead 2004; f. 64.28 H. Monro 2004. No safety pins. Part of Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SAT.NOV 15. PEEL HILL (R). CS. 1.30 p.m. 3m/400' from Creek Inn, Peel, Isle of Man (GR 242839). £3. PM. Over 16 Records: 18.49 T. Okell 2000; f. 21.04 B. Walker 1999. Also junior races; U14/U16, 1.40 p.m., 3m/400', £1. Details: David Quine, 3 Station Road, Peel, Isle of Man, IM5 1AY. Tel: 01624 845337. Email: davidaquine@hotmail.com
SAT.NOV 15. PENMAENMAWR. BM. 10.30 a.m. 11m/1500' from Capelulo Village Hall, Dwygyfylchi (GR 744764). £4/£5 unattached, pre-entry on official form by Nov. 12th - no entry on day. On-line entry from website preferred or send SAE to organiser for form. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.09.49 L. Taggart 2005; f. 1.23.50 J. Lee 2005. No parking in village. Use car parks at GR 754769, 759769 and 749770 - 30 min walk or free bus to start. Details: Chris Near, Berth, Fairy Glen Road, Capelulo, Dwygyfylchi, Conwy, LL34 6YU. Tel: 01492 621189. Email: pilarchris@tesco.net Website: eryri.org.uk
SUN.NOV 16. COPELAND CHASE. O. 9.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. 12.5m, 9.5m and 6m courses from a N.W. Lakes venue to be announced later. £8 senior/ £5 junior (£2 discount for BOF members), pre-entry preferred - refreshments included. NS. Preprinted map supplied, Sportident timing. See website for further information. Details: John Slater, 30 Victoria Road, Whitehaven, CA28 6JA. Tel: 01946 67941. Email: johnny@10gc.fsbusiness.co.uk Website: lakes-o.freeserve.co.uk
SUN.NOV 16. DRUIM FADA CHASE. BM. 11.00 a.m. 6.2m/1300' from Cluaran, Annat, Fort William (GR 080770). Entry free. Over 17. Records: 43.22 D. Rodgers 2000; f. 54.05 D. Scott 2002. Revised route. Details: Roger Boswell, Cluaran, Annat, Fort William, PH33 7NJ. Tel: 01397 772258.
SUN.NOV 16. THE DROGO (R). BM. 10.30 a.m. 10m/1760' from Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton, Devon (GR SX724902). £8 pre-entry, £10 on day, see website for details and entry form. Teams free. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.02.43 A. Chambers 2006; f. 1.09.14 J. Kelsey 2006. Details: Pam Gurney, 9 Snowdrop Mews, Exeter, EX4 2PN. Tel: 07929 082031. Email: pamelagurney@hotmail.com Website: thedrogo.co.uk
SUN.NOV 16. EAVES WOOD TRAIL (R). CS. 12.15 p.m. 5.25m/600' from Holgates Caravan Park, Silverdale, Lancs. (GR 456765). £4, pre-entry advised (form on website) or £6 on day if 125 limit not met before. LK/PM. Over 16. Records: 32.22 S. Bolland 2007; f. 38.38 A. Raw 2006. Junior races: 11.30 a.m., U8 (over 6), U10, U12, U15; £1 pre-entry or £1.50 on day. Details: Gary Dowthwaite, Fairfield, Lancaster Road, Slyne, Lancaster, LA2 6AS. Tel: 01524 822216. Website: eaveswoodtrail.blogspot.com
SAT.NOV 22. HARRIERS V CYCLISTS (R). CM. 2.00 p.m. 6m/650' from Fisherman Inn, Wagon Lane, Bingley (GR117384). £5. First 10 in cyclist and harrier categories to score. PM. Over 16. Records: 34.25 J. Wilkinson 1999; f. 40.07 S. Rowell 1999. Details: Robert Dover, 19 Highmoor Walk, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5TT. Tel: 01274 586898. Email: secretary@bingleyharriers.org.uk Website: bingleyharriers.org.uk
SAT.NOV 22. KIRKBYMOOR (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6.5m/1600' from Beckside Village Hall, Kirkby in Furness, Cumbria (GR235823). £3.50. Teams (3) free. LK/NS. Over 18. Records: 48.09 J.Atkinson 1995; f. 57.40 A.Mudge 1996. No dogs on course. Map on website. Details: David Parminter, Blackbeck, The Green, Millom, LA18 5JB. Tel: 01229 770334. Email: dparminter@hotmail.co.uk Website: bcrunners.org.uk
SUN.NOV 23. CLAY BANK WEST (R). BS. 10.30 a.m. 5.5m/900' from Clay Bank Carpark, nr Stokesley, N. Yorks. (GR 572036). £6. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 28.11 C. Stead 1998; f. 32.27 R.Smith 2002. No toilets. No safety pins. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SUN.NOV 23. RIVOCK EDGE (R). AM. 11.15 a.m. 6.2m/1600' from Bridge pub, Keighley Road, Silsden (GR SE041461). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/PM. Over 18. Records (new route): 49.25 M. Horrocks 2005; f. 59.20 T. Hird 2005. No safety pins. DO NOT recce route - part on private land and future events could prejudiced! Details: Derek Wild, Well Croft, 17 Summerhill Drive, Steeton, Keighley, BD20 6RT. Tel: 01535 654644. Email: derek.wild1@btopenworld.com
SUN.NOV 30. DAVID STAFF MEMORIAL FELL RACE (R). BS. 11.30 a.m. 5.1m/1200' from the Bandstand, Sunnyhurst Woods, Darwen (GR SD676227). £3. PM. Over 16. Records: 31.43 R. Hope 2004; f. 37.28 C. Greenwood 1997. Charity event - all profits/donations to "Cardiac Risk in the Young". Details: Jonathan Stubbs, 15 Chapels, Darwen, BB3 0EE. Tel: 01254 773346. Email: davidstaffrace@gmail.com Website: dashers.org.uk
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SUN.DEC 7. CARDINGTON CRACKER (R). AM. 11.00 a.m. 9m/2600' from Cardington Village Hall, Cardington, nr Church Stretton, Shropshire. £4 to organiser or on the day. PM. Over 18. Records: 1.09.43 T. Davies 2006; f. 1.25.28 A. Wright 2005. Safety pins not provided. Details: Paul Sanderson, 6 Spring Village, Telford, TF4 2LY. Tel: 01952 506671. Email: jpsanderson_tac@hotmail.com Website: telfordathleticclub.com
SUN.DEC 7. DARK+WHITE EVENTS MINI-MM3 (R). MM. 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. Peak District - start venue to be confirmed 1 month before event. Solos £8.50, pairs £15 - see website for details and entry form. NS. Over 17. A 3 hour MM/Score navigational event for solos or pairs. Bagged maps over-printed with controls included in entry fee. Refreshments. Details: Adrian Boyes, 10 Buscott Drive, Ashbourne, DE6 1JY. Tel: 01335 348603. Email: info@darkandwhite.co.uk Website: darkandwhite.co.uk
SUN.DEC 7. GRAVY PUD 5 (R). BS. 11.00 a.m. 5m/1000' from the Bulls Head pub, Tintwistle (GR 024973). £4. Teams (3) free. PM. Over 16. Records: 34.12 S. Bailey 2005; f. 43.15 L. Lacon 2005. No safety pins. All race proceeds to charity. Cake Competition after race!! Details: Andi Jones, 9 Calico Crescent, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, SK15 3FJ. Tel: 07793 102298. Email: roadrunneraj@btinternet.com Website: northernboyslovegravy.co.uk
SUN.DEC 7. HEXHAMSHIRE HOBBLE (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 10.5m/1220' from the Fire Station, Shilburn Road, Allendale, Hexham (GR NY843559). £4. Teams free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.05.19 M. Donelly 2004;f. 1.15.09 A.Mudge 1997. Details: Stewart Beaty, 13 Allen View, Catton, Hexham, NE47 9QQ. Tel: 01434 683422. Email: john.steward.beaty@ntlworld.com
SUN.DEC 7. TANKY'S TROG (MARSDEN TO EDALE) (R). BL. 9.00 a.m. 21.5m/3750'' from Marsden to Edale. £10 pre-entry only on form obtainable from websites - limit 200. ER/LK/NS. Over 20. Record: 2.45.00 A. Trigg 2000. Previous experience in long events requiring navigational skills essential - all entries vetted by the organising team. No safety pins. No toilets. All proceeds to Woodhead Mountain Rescue Team. Details: Andy Plummer, 2 Stottercliffe Road, Penistone, Sheffield, S36 6EB. Tel: 07815 646262. Email: andy.plummer@wavin.co.uk Website: dpfr.org.uk or pfrac.fsnet.co.uk or woodheadmrt.org
SAT.DEC 13. SLIEU WHALLIAN PLANTATION (R). BS. 1.30 p.m. 3m/600' from St Johns football field, IOM (GR 277817). £3 to organiser by 6th Dec. PM. Over 16. Records: 19.05 S. Skillicorn 2006; f. 25.03 R. Franklyn 2006. Details: Richie Stevenson, 5 Palatine Road, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM2 3BQ. Tel: 01624 629267. Email: rstevenson@manx.net
SUN.DEC 14. 25TH CALDERDALE WAY RELAY (R). . 8.00 a.m. 50m/12000' in six stages from Old Rishworthians RUFC, Copley, Halifax (GR 083223). £60 per team of twelve with SAE & offical entry form (available in early Sept.) only - strict limit of 120 teams - NO entry on the day. Over 16 leg 3, over 18 all other legs. Details: Linda Crabtree, 8 Hazelhurst Road, Queensbury, Bradford, BD13 2LT. Tel: 01274 816517. Email: linda@crabtree6600.freeserve.co.uk Website: halifaxharriers.co.uk
SUN.DEC 14. MORTIMER FOREST (R). CM. 11.00 a.m. 10m/1600' from Moor Park School, Overton, nr Ludlow (GR 502715 on OS137). £4 pre-entry, £5 on day. Teams free. Over 18. Records: 65.48 T. Davis 2002; f. 70.52 A. Wright 2003. Details: Russell Mapp, 44 Clee View, Ludlow, SY8 1HY. Tel: 01584 874538.
SUN.DEC 14. SIMONSIDE CAIRNS (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 11m/1420' from the Newcastle Hotel, Rothbury, Northumberland (GR 057017). £5. Teams (3) free. ER/LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 1.14.34 N. Swinburn 2006; f. 1.24.19 A. Mudge 2005. Details: Paul Appleby, Twiney Riggs, Silverton Lane, Rothbury, Morpeth, NE65 7RJ. Tel: 01669 620871. Email: paulappleby@hotmail.co.uk
SUN.DEC 21. CURLY WURLY JUNIOR QUARRY RUNS (R). CS. 10.30 a.m. from Penistone Hill Country Park, near Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks. (GR 025364). £1. PM. U8 (over 6), 0.5m/100'; U10/U12/U14, 1m/150'; U16, 2m/300'. For records see "Soreen Junior Quarry Runs" on Jan. 26th. "Cadbury's Curly Wurly Goody-Bag" for all finishers. Free coffee and biscuits. Run in conjunction with the Stoop senior race. Details: Eileen Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
SUN.DEC 21. STOOP (R). BS. 11.30 a.m. 5m/800' from Penistone Hill Country Park, near Haworth, Keighley, W.Yorks., (GR 025364). £3. Teams free. PM. Over 16. Records: 28.52 A.Jones 2005; f. 37.06 N. White 2006. Cadbury's Curly Wurly for all finishers. All prizes "Christmas related". Free coffee and biscuits. Details: Eileen Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
FRI.DEC 26. CRUIM LEACAINN. BM. 11.00 a.m. 6.2m/1050' from Tomacharich, Fort William (GR NN142781). Entry free. Over 17. Records: 41.36 D. Rodgers 2006; f.50.39 D. Scott 2006. Revised route since 2006. Details: Roger Boswell, Cluaran, Annat, Fort William, PH33 7NJ. Tel: 01397 772258.
FRI.DEC 26. TURKEY TROT. AS. 12.00 noon. 5.5m/1500' from Trassey Track Carpark, Mourne Mountains (GR 311313). £5. NS/ER. Over 16. Records: 42.47 B.Ervine 1997; f 56.18 F. Maxwell 2006. No toilets. Post-race mince pies at Tollymore Mountain Centre. Details: Jim Brown, 74 Mount Pleasant Road, Jordanstown, Belfast, BT37 0NQ. Tel: 028 9085 4673 or 07802 691540. Website: nimra.org.uk
FRI.DEC 26. WHINBERRY NAZE (R). BS. 11.30 a.m. 4m/750' from Marl Pits Sports Centre, Rawtenstall (GR 821230). £3. PM. Over 14. Records: 22.13 A. Norman 2005; f. 27.46 L. Whittaker 2002. Festive Race - fancy dress preferred (prizes for it). Sweets from Santa at summit. Details: Steve Duxbury, Greenville, 114 Haslingden Old Road, Rawtenstall, BB4 8SA. Tel: 01706 224377. Email: stevedux@btinternet.com
SAT.DEC 27. GUISBOROUGH WOODS (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 6m/1000' from Guisborough RUFC, N. Yorks. (GR 616155). £6. Teams men(4), ladies(3) free. LK/NS/PM. Over 18. Records: 34.15 S.Sutcliffe 1985; f. 41.48 C.Greenwood 1991. Juniors: "one loop", 2m, £2. Part of the Northern Runner/N.E. Hill Running Assoc. Winter Series. No safety pins. Details: David Parry, Ravensgill Bungalow, Commondale, Whitby, YO21 2HG. Tel: 01287 660309. Email: davidparry100@hotmail.com Website: nym.ac
SAT.DEC 27 WANSFELL (R). AS. 12.00 noon. 2.5m/1500' from Old Kelsick School, Stockghyll Lane, Ambleside (GR 383044). £1. Teams free. PM/LK. Over 15. Records: 18.56 K. Stuart 1984; f. 23.56 A. Brand-Barker 1994. No toilets. Sponsored by Lakes Runner - brews, mince pies and prizes in shop after race. Details: Dan Duxbury, 1 West Grove, Kendal, LA9 4PN. Tel: 01539 735953. Email: ddux@hotmail.co.uk Website: amblesideac.org.uk
SUN.DEC 28. DFR XMAS AYHOPE SKYLINE (R). BM. 11.00 a.m. 9.5m/1330' from Hamsterley Forest Visitor Centre (GR 091382). £8 inc hot drink. PM. Over 18. New start/finish. No toilets. No safety pins. Details: Gerry Hehir, 4 Hall View Gardens, Howden-le-Wear, Crook, DL15 8HT. Tel: 07720 112500. Email: gerryhehir@btinternet.com Website: durhamfellrunners.org.uk
SUN.DEC 28. PEAK "O" TRIAL (R). Please note that the organiser’s address for this pre-entry race has changed to that given below and mail sent to the old address will not be forwarded. If you have already sent an entry please cancel your cheque and send another entry with a cheque for £5 to the new address. The start has also changed to the Drovers Arms (GR 033929), Charlestown, Glossop. Details: Des Gibbons, 68 Charlestown Road, Glossop, SK13 8JN. Tel: 07792 924511. Email: des_gibbons@hotmail.co.uk
WED.DEC 31. DALESIDE BREWERY AULD LANG SYNE (R). BM. 11.30 a.m. 6m/900' from Penistone Hill Country Park, nr Haworth, Keighley (GR 025364). £4 inc coffee/biscuits. Teams free. PM/NS. Over 16. Records: 40.55 I.Holmes 2005; f. 49.15 O. Walwyn 2006. Daleside beer to all finishers. Details: Dave Woodhead, 166 Hainworth Wood Road, Keighley, BD21 5DF. Tel: 01535 669100.
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