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Peco XC League Race

Name: Peco XC League Race
Start: 2025-01-05
End: 2025-01-05
Location: Pontefract

Pontefract, United Kingdom • 5 Jan 2025

The PECO Cross Country League is a popular series of five races held in West Yorkshire, designed for clubs affiliated with the League. Each race covers a distance of approximately 4.5 to 5 miles, taking place in scenic locations around Leeds. Participants can purchase a season ticket online for £12, which grants entry to all remaining races, including the end-of-season relays and presentation evening. Individual race entries are also available on the day for £8, but these do not count towards team scores. The league is exclusive to club members affiliated with England Athletics, ensuring a competitive environment for runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Pontefract

Race information

Registration

5 mi

4.5-5.0 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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