Moleside Fell Race

Accrington, United Kingdom • 16 Jun 2026

Event Overview

The Moleside Fell Race is a fell running event held on a Tuesday in June. The race starts and finishes at the Whitakers Arms on Burnley Road in Accrington, Lancashire. It is the seventh race in the Accrington Fell & Trail Race Series.

Course Details

The course is classified as AS and covers a distance of 5 km (3.1 miles). The route involves a total climb of 400 m (1312 ft).

Participation

Entry is only available on the day of the race. The entry fee is £5.00 for members and £6.00 for non-members. Teams are permitted, with three runners required for a men's team and three for a ladies' team. The minimum age for participants is 12 years old. The event is held under a Fell Runners Association (FRA) permit, which includes UK Athletics insurance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
5 Km / 3.1 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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