Moleside Fell Race

Accrington, United Kingdom • 16 Jun 2026

Moleside Fell Race : 16 June 2026

The Moleside Fell Race takes place in Bowland/NW Lancs, England. It is listed as category AS and is part of the Accrington Fell & Trail Race Series (race 7 in the series). The event venue is the Whitakers Arms, Burnley Road, Accrington, Lancashire, BB5 6HG.

Course and eligibility

The course distance is 5 km / 3.1 miles with a climb of 400 m (approximately 1,312 ft). The minimum age for participation is 12. Junior races are not held as part of this event.

Entry, teams and permit

Entry is on the day only; there is no pre-entry. Entry on the day fees are £5 for members and £6 for non-members. Teams are allowed, with three counters per men’s team and three per ladies’ team. The race has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance through the Fell Runners Association. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
3.5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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