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The Strawberry Lace Race

Name: The Strawberry Lace Race
Start: 2026-10-04
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Uppermill

Uppermill, United Kingdom • 4 Oct 2026

Event Overview

The Strawberry Lace Race is a junior fell running event for participants aged 6 and over. It takes place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in the South/West Pennines region of England.

Race Details

The race distance is 2 km / 1.2 miles with a 21 m / 69 ft climb. The venue is The Cross Keys Inn at Running Hill Gate, Uppermill, Oldham. The start point is a 10-minute walk from the pub. Age categories include Under-10 (1 km), Under-12 (2 km), Under-14 (2 km), Under-16 (2 km), Under-18, and Under-20 (3.5 km).

Entry Information

Entry is only available on the day of the race. The on-the-day entry fee is £5.00 and requires parental consent for junior participants. Teams are not allowed. The event holds a Permit and UK Athletics insurance from the Fell Runners Association (FRA).

Records

The male record for the 2 km course is 11:29, set by Hamish Heginbotham in 2025. The female record for the 2 km course is 13:47, set by Nell Wilson in 2025. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Uppermill

Race information

Website Registration

1.2 Miles

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

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