Wrekin Streak

Telford, United Kingdom • 29 Mar 2026

Event details

The fell race takes place on Sun 29 Mar 2026 at Ercall Wood School, Golf Links Lane, Wellington, Telford, TF1 2DT (grid ref SJ653106). It is listed in category AS and is the final race in the Shropshire Winter Series. The course has a climb of 519 m / 1703 ft and a distance of 8.8 km / 5.5 miles.

Entry and categories

Entry is available both before the event and on the day. The pre-entry fee is £7.00 and the entry-on-day fee is £10.00. Teams are not allowed. The event has a permit and UK Athletics insurance through the Fell Runners Association (FRA).

Age groups and junior races

The minimum age for the main race is 18 (minimum age of 18 at 31 December 2026). Junior races are held on Ercall Hill for U14, U16 and U18 categories. The minimum age for junior entry is 12 (minimum age of 12 at 31 December 2026). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Course records

  • Male course record: 00:34:27 (1980)
  • Female course record: 00:40:47 (1986)

Race information

9 km
8.8 Km / 5.5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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