Hades Hill Fell Race

Hades Hill Fell Race

Hades Hill is scheduled for Thursday 3rd September 2026 and is usually the final evening fell race of the season. The course begins with a sustained uphill section, then levels out before a rollercoaster sequence over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill, returning to a field finish located above the start line. The distance is 8 km / 5 miles with approximately 360 m / 1181 ft of ascent. The race is classified as Category BS.

The Race HQ is Red Lion PH, The Square, Whitworth, OL12 8PY. There is a time cutoff for safety and daylight: runners must reach the top of Brown Wardle (grid SD 89842 18684), which is about 1.3 miles and 550 ft of climb from the start, within 24 minutes from the race start or they will be retired from the event. Minimum age is 18.

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. Pre-entry is available with different fees for FRA members and non-members; entry on the day is also offered at separate rates. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.