Macclesfield Harriers & Athletic Club

2024 Steel Fell - High Fell Series
2024-08-07 19:15 - 20:30 (Europe/London) | Steel End Farm, Thirlmere
Date & time: Wed 7 Aug 2023 at 19:15
Country: England
Region: Lake District
Category: AS
Website: http://www.borrowdalefellrunners.co.uk
Distance: 5 km / 3.1 miles
Climb: 400 m / 1312 ft
Venue: Steel End Farm, Thirlmere.
Grid reference: 322128
Skills: PM
Minimum age: 16

ENTRY INFORMATION

Entry on day: Yes
Entry on day fee: £0.00
Pre-entry: No
Maybe a prize or two.
Donation to charity if you wish.

2024 Steel Fell - Summer Evening Series
2024-08-07 19:15 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Steel End Farm, Thirlmere
AS 5km 400m
Steel End Farm, Thirlmere

2024 Eccles Pike - Summer Event Series
2024-08-14 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Bugsworth War Memorial Club, 1 Station Road, Buxworth, SK23 7NJ
This is one of the oldest fell races in the country with a history going back over 100 years. It is renowned for being short, tough and demanding.
Distance of 3.4 miles with 1001 feet of climb.
This year we will be using the Bugsworth War Memorial Club as Race HQ, this is just around the corner from the canal basin and the old venue and is much closer to the start of the race. Please be aware that if you park at the Navigation Inn you may be charged a fee unless you go in and spend money at the bar. There is a large car park available at Tesco only 1km away on the canal. Other parking will be available on the day, please read the race brief email that will be sent out a few days before the race for details.
Numbers will be picked up on the day.
Start time 7.30pm, this race often sells out which makes it unlikely there will be entries on the day.

2024 Grizedale Horsehoe - High Fell Series
2024-08-31 11:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Glenridding Village Hal, Glenridding, Penrith
The Grisedale Horseshoe Fell Race
Distance: 16km / 9.9m Climb: 1525m / 5003ft
Registration: Glenridding Village Hall FROM 9.30am
FULL FRA KIT REQUIRED. NO GPS ALLOWED
* Note that there is a 1.30pm cut off at Grisedale Tarn.
**A misconception often quoted is that we go to Hole in the Wall after St Sunday Crag. This is incorrect. The Hole in the Wall is approx 500 feet (150 metres) higher & 3/4 of a mile (1.2km) in the wrong direction to the finish from where the race route crosses the wall.
Car parking is at Patterdale Cricket Club (CA11 0PJ) which is a ten minute walk from registration/start. £5 cash per car. FULL FRA KIT IS REQUIRED AND WILL BE CHECKED AT THE VILLAGE HALL BEFORE YOU REGISTER

2024 Bollington Three Peaks - Peaks Trail Series
2024-09-14 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London) | Bollington Brewery, Adlington Rd, Bollington, SK10 5JT
SAT 14 SEP 2024 — BOLLINGTON 3 PEAKS
RACE DETAILS

Date & time: Sat 14 Sep 2024 at 14:00
Country: England
Region: Peak District
Category: BS
Website: https://bollingtonbrewing.myshopify.com/products/bollington-3-peaks-fell-race-2023
Distance: 9 km / 5.6 miles
Climb: 370 m / 1214 ft
Venue: Bollington Brewery, Adlington Rd, Bollington, Ches., SK10 5JT.
Grid reference: SJ931781
Skills: PM
Minimum age: 17

ENTRY INFORMATION

Entry on day: No
Pre-entry: Yes
Pre-entry fee: £12.00
Entry Online only this year from June at www.bollingtonbrewing.co.uk. Includes food and refreshments in the Brewery.

2024 Peris Horseshoe - High Fell Series
2024-09-21 10:30 - 15:00 (Europe/London) | Padarn Lake Hotel, High St, LLanberis, LL55 4SU
British champs so will sell out! Half course option will also count. Entries via tbc
One of the classic Welsh Fell Races. Saturday 21st Sept 2023
Registration/HQ will be at Padarn Lake Hotel, Llanberis
Starts: 10.30am Half Peris & ‘Early’ Full Peris, 11am Full Peris.
Full Peris 28km 2600m ascent Summit 9 peaks Elidir Fawr (924 m) • Y Garn (947 m) • Glyder Fawr (1,001 m) • Lliwedd Bach (818 m) • Y Lliwedd (898 m) • Snowdon – Yr Wyddfa (1,085 m) • Bwlch Glâs (998 m) • Clogwyn Llechwedd-Llo (600 m) • Moel Cynghorion (674 m)
Half Peris 13km 1375m 3 peaks Elidir Fawr (924 m) • Y Garn (947 m) • Glyder Fawr (1,001 m) Finish at Pen y Pas and catch the bus back to llanberis.
Both Full and Half Peris are a brilliant challenge with incredible views of Eryri through out. These are serious fell races, taking in steep and rocky terrain, as well as providing a fantastic challenge they do require some serious preparation (following a road 10km training programme probably wont cut it!) Marshals will be on the summits, navigation required between check points. Following other runners is fine in clear weather but if it’s cloudy and visibility is poor the use of compass and map is required, so brush up on your navigation skills as well as your mountain fitness before race day!

2024 - Andrew Heywood Memorial - Windgather Fell Race
2024-10-13 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Burbage Institute, Bishops Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6UL, United Kingdom
Hi fellrunners of the midlands and north (and apologies if that’s not you…), just a quick reminder for the Windgather race, Sunday 13th October, 11am, start from Burbage near Buxton.
I’ve tried to avoid clashes with too many other events (including the FRA relays which are the week after.)
It’s 13.5 miles ‘not completely flat but not too challenging, suitable for most’, (we checked the course last week: it’s still there, just as enjoyable as ever…)
All for charity, post race food and drink, and the weather is always good, so what’s not to like…
We’d really appreciate your support (plus anyone from your club and friends you might want to rope in!)
Fellrunner Details – CLICK HERE

2024 The Roaches - Peaks Trail Series
2024-11-10 10:30 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Meerbrook Village Hall, Meerbrook, Leek, ST13 8SL
RACE DETAILS

Date & time: Sun 10 Nov 2023 at 10:30
Country: England
Region: Peak District
Category: BL
Website: http://www.mowcoprunner.com
Distance: 24.1 km / 15 miles
Climb: 1128 m / 3701 ft
Venue: Village Hall, Meerbrook, Leek., ST13 8SL
Grid reference: 987608
Skills: ER, PM, LK
Minimum age: 18

ENTRY INFORMATION

Entry on day: Yes
Entry on day fee: £12.00
Pre-entry: No

2024 Lee Mill Relays - High Fell Series
2024-11-24 10:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | Stubbylee Hall, Stubbylee Ln, Bacup, OL13 0DE
A relay event set in the Lee Mill Quarry site, for teams of four runners. All four runners will run individual over a 10.7k flagged course.
Based in Rossendale, Lancashire, running from Stubbylee Hall OL13 0DE – Sunday 24th November 10am start.
Teams of four, men, ladies or mix.
Clubs can enter teams, but not have to declare the individual runners till nearer race date.
Please note, team captains, this is a hard and demanding route, possibly run in wintery conditions, please ensure your runners are aware the risk involved.
Full kit including full waterproof bodycover, hat, gloves, compass and whistle must be carried. Stringent kit check will be made to all competitors. A map of the course will be provided on registering.
Entry £28 team
120 team limit with wait list
Entries on the Day will be taken if limit is not reached.

2024 Fell Handicap
2024-12-15 08:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | St Dunstan’s Inn, Langley, Main Street, Langley, Cheshire, SK11 0BU, United Kingdom
The 2024 Fell Handicap is on on Sunday 15th December 2024
Note: Entry Limit of 70 places (restricted by space in St Dunstan)
This year all participants need to pre-register using the link to the Pre-registration form below and pre-pay to get a start time (in 2021 the event was out of pocket due to ‘no shows’). Payment details will be provided.
Note: There is a mass start at 8.30am for those with an estimated time longer than 3h30. Runners in the mass start will be expected to run the course with at least one other person for safety reasons.

2024 PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
Contact FELL HANDICAP ORGANISER
Registration Details (Google Form) – 2024 PRE-REGISTRATION

Note 1: Cost is £10 to include soup & sandwich – to be paid to Sarah Cassie (details trail & fell club FB groups). Surplus funds donated to BMRT.
Note 2: The pub will be closed after registration and not open again until 12.00 so no access to any items left in the pub. All clothes, bags etc to be left in the back room
Note 3: Poor Weather Contingency Plan

Route & Other Details

2024 The Stoop - High Fell Series
2024-12-22 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/London) | Penistone Hill Country Park, Haworth, Keighley, BD22 9RH
Date & time: Sun 22 Dec 2023 at 11:30
Country: England
Region: South/West Pennines
Category: BS
Website: http://www.wharfedaleharriers.co.uk/events
Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
Climb: 250 m / 820 ft
Venue: Penistone Hill Country Park, nr Haworth, Keighley.
Grid reference: 025364
Skills: PM, LK
Minimum age: 16

ENTRY INFORMATION

Entry on day: Yes
Entry on day fee: £5.00
Pre-entry: Yes
Pre-entry fee: £5.00

Club Committee Meeting (January 2025)
2025-01-15 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Macclesfield Athletics Track, Priory Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4AF, United Kingdom
Committee Meeting … club members are welcome to attend. Any questions to be submitted to the club secretary.

2025 Rainow 5
2025-05-07 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Rainow Institute, Stocks Lane, Rainow, Cheshire, SK10 5XR, United Kingdom
The annual Rainow 5 is back for 2025. Wednesday 7th May 2025.
Background about the event can be found here… Rainow 5
Please collect your race number from registration in the Rainow Village Institute (opposite Robin Hood pub) from 6pm onwards. Bags can be left here (no valuables to be left). Bring your own safety pins please. All runners must display their race number. The race starts at 7:30pm very close to the Institute building.
The race is run under FRA regulations – as such be prepared to have FRA kit – a recommended minimum for this race is a waterproof top. The race route map and GPX file is available on the race website here (Rainow 5)
It is your responsibility to know the route (its on footpaths) – there will be marshals on each junction. Note the race is 5 miles (not 5K!). After collecting your number, if you do not start or do not complete the race it is essential you let a marshal or the race registration team know. There will be a “sweeper” at the back of the runners. The route does include kissing gates – if you are fast make sure you start at the front – otherwise be prepared to make the most of a breather at the gates if necessary!
After the race tea/coffees and cakes will be available to buy – please bring exact cash £2-£3 depending on your thirst and hunger and if possible bring your own mug to be filled(refreshment profits all fund-raising for Rainow Pre-School).
Low-key prize giving will take place at 8:45pm in the institute, along with presentation of donations from your entry fees to local charities TBD.
I look forward to seeing you all & enjoy the race.
Rachael Lawrance
For route and previous results information CLICK HERE
INFO ON FRA WEBSITE
LINK TO ENTRY SYSTEM (SI Entries) – (£6 for FRA members, £7 others, EoD £10 – entry fees same as 2023)

Club Committee Meeting (September 2025)
2025-09-17 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Macclesfield Athletics Track, Priory Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4AF, United Kingdom

2025 - Andrew Heywood Memorial - Windgather Fell Race
2025-10-12 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Burbage Institute, Bishops Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6UL, United Kingdom
Hi fellrunners of the midlands and north (and apologies if that’s not you…), just a quick reminder for the Windgather race, Sunday 12th October 2025, 11am, start from Burbage near Buxton.
It’s 13.5 miles ‘not completely flat but not too challenging, suitable for most’, (we checked the course last week: it’s still there, just as enjoyable as ever…)
All for charity, post race food and drink, and the weather is always good, so what’s not to like…
We’d really appreciate your support (plus anyone from your club and friends you might want to rope in!)
Fellrunner Details – CLICK HERE

Club Committee Meeting (October 2025)
2025-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Macclesfield Athletics Track, Priory Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4AF, United Kingdom

2025 Fell Handicap
2025-12-14 08:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London) | St Dunstan’s Inn, Langley, Main Street, Langley, Cheshire, SK11 0BU, United Kingdom
The 2025 Fell Handicap is on on Sunday 14th December 2025
Note: Entry Limit of 80 places (restricted by space in St Dunstan)
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
All participants need to pre-register using the link to the Pre-registration form below and pre-pay to get a start time.
Payment details will be provided.
Note: There is a mass start at 8.30am for those with an estimated time longer than 3h30m. Runners in the mass start cannot ‘win’ the handicap and will be expected to run the course with at least one other person for safety reasons. The infamous ‘Sweetie Tree’ is optional but a time penalty (tbd) will be applied if you do not visit the tree.
2025 PRE-REGISTRATION FORM
2025 REQUEST BANK DETAILS TO PAY FOR YOUR ENTRY (for those not in the Fell or Trail Facebook Groups)
Note 1: This event is for members of the club only. Min age 18 years. Handicap start times will be set such that everybody arrives back at the finish at ‘about’ the same time. The winner of the handicap event is the first person back (excluding anyone in the ‘mass start’).
Note 2: Cost is £10 to include soup & sandwich – to be paid before the event to Sarah Cassie (details available trail & fell club FB groups or via CONTACT FORM). Surplus funds donated to BMRT.
Note 3: The pub will be closed after registration and not open again until 12.00 so no access to any items left in the pub. All clothes, bags etc to be left in the back room
Note 4: FRA Kit to be carried – Details Here
Note 5: Poor Weather Contingency Plan
Note 6: Please only enter if you are confident that you know the route and can complete in under 3.5hrs or have someone to run with and complete in under 4.5hrs.
Note 7: There is a diversion at the start of the route due to a closed footpath near Ridgegate Reservoir – details will be provided (see below). This diversion will add 5-10 minutes to your run time.
General Contact Form: FELL HANDICAP ORGANISER
Route & Other Details

2025 Boxing Day Run
2025-12-26 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | Langley Cricket Club, Cock Hall Lane, Langley, Cheshire, SK11 0DE, United Kingdom
Details of the 2025 Boxing Day run will be available on the website by early December.
2025 Boxing Day Run Details
Registration 9.00-9.45am (Cricket Club).
Pre-Registration Link
Run Start 10.00am (Langley Methodist Church, Cock Hall Lane).

Club Committee Meeting (January 2026)
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Macclesfield Athletics Track, Priory Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4AF, United Kingdom
Committee Meeting … club members are welcome to attend. Any questions to be submitted to the club secretary.
Note: Meeting date changed due to weather conditions.

2025/2026 AGM
2026-03-27 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Cheshire
Details TBA

2026 Rainow 5
2026-05-06 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Rainow Institute, Stocks Lane, Rainow, Cheshire, SK10 5XR, United Kingdom
The annual Rainow 5 is back for 2026. Wednesday 6th May 2025.
Background about the event can be found here… Rainow 5
Please collect your race number from registration in the Rainow Village Institute (opposite Robin Hood pub) from 6pm onwards. Bags can be left here (no valuables to be left). Bring your own safety pins please. All runners must display their race number. The race starts at 7:30pm very close to the Institute building.
The race is run under FRA regulations – as such be prepared to have FRA kit – a recommended minimum for this race is a waterproof top. The race route map and GPX file is available on the race website here (Rainow 5)
It is your responsibility to know the route (its on footpaths) – there will be marshals on each junction. Note the race is 5 miles (not 5K!). After collecting your number, if you do not start or do not complete the race it is essential you let a marshal or the race registration team know. There will be a “sweeper” at the back of the runners. The route does include kissing gates – if you are fast make sure you start at the front – otherwise be prepared to make the most of a breather at the gates if necessary!
After the race tea/coffees and cakes will be available to buy – please bring exact cash £2-£3 depending on your thirst and hunger and if possible bring your own mug to be filled(refreshment profits all fund-raising for Rainow Pre-School).
Low-key prize giving will take place at 8:45pm in the institute, along with presentation of donations from your entry fees to local charities TBD.
I look forward to seeing you all & enjoy the race.
Rachael Lawrance
For route and previous results information CLICK HERE

2027 Wincle Trout
2027-06-12 14:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Tolls Farm (Wincle Brewery), Danebridge, Wincle, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 0QE, Tolls Farm (Wincle Brewery), Danebridge, Cheshire, SK11 0QE, United Kingdom
Entries open 1/3/2027
