Rodney's Pillar

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom • 18 Jun 2025

Rodney's Pillar is a fell running event organized by the 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 designed to encourage local runners and foster a sense of community within the sport. Previous records for the race were set in 2006 and 2007. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
280 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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