Trail
8.5 km / 5.3 miles
8.5 km
Start: 08:30 AM
Entry fee: 5.00 GBP
Leo Pollard Memorial Fell Race
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Trail in United Kingdom, Rivington
Distances
About
Leo Pollard Memorial Fell Race in conjunction with Horwich Festival of Running — an 8.5 km / 5.3 mile fell race with 335 m ascent in the Rivington Hall Barn grounds, celebrating Leo Pollard and supporting local fell running.
Catering & aid stations
No toilets at registration — available at Tesco Horwich (J6 M61).
Pacers
The race is run under FRA rules. Pacers are permitted where indicated on the day’s start waves; refer to the published start times and corral assignments at registration. All runners must carry required FRA kit and may be asked to wear or carry additional gear depending on weather.
Results
View official resultsTypical weather in Rivington
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan7°3°
↑ 08:21
↓ 16:20
Feb8°3°
↑ 07:32
↓ 17:20
Mar10°3°
↑ 06:26
↓ 18:15
Apr12°5°
↑ 06:11
↓ 20:12
May15°8°
↑ 05:10
↓ 21:06
Jun18°11°
↑ 04:41
↓ 21:43
Jul19°13°
↑ 05:01
↓ 21:34
Aug19°13°
↑ 05:51
↓ 20:41
Sep17°11°
↑ 06:46
↓ 19:28
Oct14°9°
↑ 07:39
↓ 18:15
Nov10°5°
↑ 07:39
↓ 16:14
Dec8°3°
↑ 08:23
↓ 15:51
Sign up now
Register on the official organiser website.
Sign up nowWhat's included in entry
- Race number
- Timing
- Support vehicle on course
- Finisher medal
- Event T-shirt
Prices & signup
- 8.5 km / 5.3 miles5.00 GBP
FAQ
What is the age requirement?
Minimum age is 18 years.
Is on-day entry available?
Yes, entry on the day is available for £5.
Where are toilets available?
No toilets at registration; the nearest is at Tesco Horwich just off junction 6 of the M61.
Do I need to carry any specific kit?
Yes — bring the recommended FRA kit; officials may require additional items depending on weather.
Are dogs allowed?
No dogs are allowed on the race route.
Can pacers run with me?
Pacers are permitted at race organiser’s discretion on the day; please check start corral/wave assignment at registration.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:06:12 AM
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