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The Strawberry Lace Race

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

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