Cardington Cracker
Cardington, United Kingdom • 7 Dec 2025
Event
The Cardington Cracker takes place on Sunday 7 December 2025 in Cardington, near Church Stretton, Shropshire (venue: Cardington Village Hall, SY6 7JZ). It is an FRA AM category fell race with a minimum age of 19. Entry is by pre-entry only and the event uses an online entries system with an entry limit (250 places noted) and a waiting list option. The race holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.
Course and logistics
The course distance is 14.5 km with 793 m of climb. The route is marked and marshalled except for the descent off the first hill, The Lawley. There are short road sections and three road crossings. Water is available at the finish only; none is provided on the course, but a table is available for personal drinks. Race numbers and dibbers must be collected on the day and dibbers must be returned after the race. All runners must carry the required full FRA kit throughout the race. Limited parking is available in the village; car sharing is recommended. Race records are 01:09:43 (male, 2006) and 01:23:24 (female, 2018). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.