Stretton Skyline Fell Race
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Stretton Skyline Fell Race
The Stretton Skyline is a fell race of 30.5 km (19 mi) with approximately 1360 m of climb. The event is based at Church Stretton Cricket Pavilion, Lutwyche Road, Church Stretton, Shropshire, SY6 6AT. The course is partially marked and requires navigational skills; significant fell running experience and local knowledge are beneficial.
The race includes checkpoint closing times on the course. Checkpoints and key points on the route include: Pole Bank (Long Mynd) SO415944 at 1693 ft; A49 Road Crossing SO444915; Ragleth Hill SO451917 at 1280 ft, closes 12:30; Church Stretton Watling Street SO456935; Caer Caradoc SO447954 at 1506 ft, closes 13:20; Lawley SO495975 at 1246 ft, closes 14:00; A49 Road Crossing SO472968, closes 14:30; Mott Road / Portway junction (Long Mynd) SO427958 at 1575 ft, closes 15:15.
The minimum age for competitors is over 19. The organiser notes that this is a very tough and long race and it is not recommended for inexperienced fell runners. A £100 bonus is offered for any course record breakers. Entry is by pre-entry and entry on the day, both at £10, with an overall entry limit of 180. The event is insured by the FRA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
