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Bowley Hill Race

Great Harwood, United Kingdom • 25 May 2026

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.

United Kingdom North West (England) Great Harwood

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9 km
Bowley Hill
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