Hades Hill Fell Race

Hades Hill Fell Race

Hades Hill is usually the final evening fell race of the season. The course begins with a steep uphill section, then levels out before a rollercoaster sequence over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill, returning to a field finish above the start line. The race distance is 8 km / 5 miles with 360 m / 1181 ft of ascent and is classified Category BS.

Race headquarters are at the Red Lion PH, The Square, Whitworth OL12 8PY. There is a compulsory cut-off for safety because of early nightfall: any runner not reaching the top of Brown Wardle (SD 89842 18684), approximately 1.3 miles and 550 ft of climb from the start, within 24 minutes of the start will be retired from the race. The organisers state this equates to an uphill pace of about 12 min per km.

Mandatory FRA kit is required unless organisers decide otherwise on the day. Required items include waterproof whole body cover with taped seams and attached hood, hat, gloves, map of the route, compass, whistle and emergency food. Minimum age is 18. Pre-entry is available with lower fees for FRA members; on the day entry is also offered with different fees for members and non-members. Past results are recorded. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.