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Rodney's Pillar

Name: Rodney's Pillar
Start: 2025-06-18
End: 2025-06-18
Location: Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom • 18 Jun 2025

Rodney's Pillar is a fell running event organized by Mercia Fell Runners, aimed at promoting safe and sustainable running in the West Midlands. The race covers a distance of 5.2 km with a total ascent of 280 meters, categorized as an AS race. Participants can register on the day or pre-register, with entry fees set at £7 for pre-entries and £10 for on-the-day registrations. The event is set to take place at Criggion Village Hall, and it features a rich history with previous records held by notable runners. The event encourages community participation and celebrates the spirit of fell running. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Shrewsbury

Race information

Website

5 km

280 m+

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

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