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Rodney's Pillar

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom • 18 Jun 2025

Rodney's Pillar is a fell running event organized by Mercia Fell Runners, held near Criggion Village Hall in the West Midlands. The race covers a distance of 5.2 kilometers with a total ascent of 280 meters, offering a challenging course typical of fell running. It is a well-established event with recorded race times dating back to 2006. Participants can enter either on the day or pre-register, with entry fees of £7 in advance or £10 on the day. The race promotes safe and sustainable fell running and is part of Mercia Fell Runners' efforts to encourage outdoor running in the region. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom West Midlands (England) Shrewsbury

Race information

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5 km
280 m+
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