Rainow 5
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Rainow 5
The Rainow 5 is a small trail and fell race held on the first Wednesday in May and organised by a club member with support from club volunteers. The event uses a hilly 5 mile route that runs around Rainow and along Kerridge Ridge. A GPX file and historical route notes are available.
From 2026 the race is pre entry only via SiEntries, with entries closing on the Monday before the race. The entry limit is 275 runners and participants must be 16 years or older. The race is licensed under FRA and is run under FRA rules. There are low key prizes for category winners, commonly a bottle of local beer, and post race cakes and social time.
The event began in 1989, originally promoted as the Rainow 4 Hill race using a longer route. The race has been held under FRA rules since 1992. A 2 mile fun run for novices ran from 1992 to 1999 with around 20 to 30 participants each year. Proceeds have consistently been donated to local organisations and charities, including local Rainow groups, Buxton Mountain Rescue, and charities supported by the organising club. Participant numbers have grown in recent years, with 236 finishers after the COVID break and a record 285 runners in 2023. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
