Winter Hill Fell Race

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Winter Hill Fell Race

From Rivington, Lancashire

(2006 Results and 2007 Results)

	Advertised Statistics	Measured Statistics
Distance	11 Miles	12.1 Miles
Total Climbs	2,700'	~2,900'

Dense fog and torrential rain made this difficult race more so in 2006, with about 21 of the 168 starters retiring before the finish. Apparently 7 runners were recovered by Bolton Mountain Rescue with sprains and/or hypothermia. Having said that, safety was paramount and 37 members of Bolton Mountain Rescue attended.

The surface was very difficult in places. On the tops an area of about a mile was tussocks in ankle deep icy water, meaning it was slow going and the feet froze. Due to diseased trees the route was different in 2006 (including an extra trip up to Rivington Pike). Oh and the hills ...

A very well run event, but not for beginners.

2007 Update

The course followed the longer route as per last year. Visibility was much better this year and the sun even shone for a minute or so. Enough snow for a few snowballs but not a huge amount. Only 4 runners DNF. Once again a demanding course and well run event, with Vince from Radcliffe getting the results out within hours.

Tip: take fluids, its a long way and cramp hits many folk.

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