Bowley Hill Race

MAY

25

2026

This fell race in Great Harwood covers 8.8 km with 300m of climb, starting at the New Showfield. It is part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry includes admission to the show. The event is for seniors aged 18+ only.

Mon 25 May 2026

Great Harwood, North West (England)

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Event Overview

The Bowley Hill Race takes place in Great Harwood, England, within the South/West Pennines region. It is categorized as a fell race. The event is held as part of the Great Harwood Show, and entry to the race includes admission to the show.

Race Course

The race covers a distance of 8.8 km (5.5 miles) and involves a total climb of 300 meters (984 feet). The start and finish venue is the New Showfield on Harwood Lane.

Participation & Entry

The race is for senior participants aged 18 and over only. Entry is possible both in advance and on the day of the event. Pre-entry fees are £10.00 for members and £12.00 for non-members. The entry fee on the day is £15.00. The event has a permit and insurance from UK Athletics via the Fell Runners Association (FRA). Team entries are not allowed for this race.

Records

The men's course record is 39:10, set by Danny Collinge in 2017. The women's course record is 44:59, set by Helen Smith in 2019. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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