GMP

The 2012 British Police Fell Race Championships will be hosted by Greater Manchester on Wednesday 16 May 2012 starting at 1pm.

This event is sanctioned by the Police Sport UK but is not an official Police Sport UK Championship event. The race venue and course for the 2012 event has been kindly hosted and assisted by members of Greater Manchester Police Athletics Section.

2012 Entries

2012 Event Entry Form - Word Document

Final Results

Race Course

Race Venue, Race Registration and Presentation Venue

Littleborough Cricket Club, Denehurst Road, Littlebrough, Greater Manchester. OL15 9LD.

Local Host/Contact

PS Dave Wood - Greater Manchester Police

Accommodation

As usual, there is no official accommodation provided. Competitors are asked to make their own arrangements. Bed and Breakfast and hotel accommodation can be found in the area.

Some suggestions only 1m from venue:

1. Hollingworth Lake B&B 01706 376583

2. Swing Cottage B&B 01706 379074

3. Leighton House B&B 01706 378113

Some good restaurants close to these B&B's.

Directions

Most competitors have Sat Nav systems. Enter post code: OL15 9LD.

No Sat Nav? Most directions Exit Junction 21 M62 and take A640 then B6225 into Littleborough. PSUK Fell Race signs should take you to the Cricket Club.

Parking

At the Littleborough Cricket Club.

Shower and Changing Facilities

Start

The start and finish will be close to the race registration point on Clough Road.

Map and Checkpoints

Map: South Pennines Explorer OL 21

Course Map

Download Map pdf file (2mb)

Compulsory Kit Requirement

Competitors will need to carry the following equipment:-

1. Windproof top body cover

2. Map

3. Compass and Whistle

4. Suitable footwear for fell running

5. Waterproof full body cover (Only if poor weather conditions)

This is a serious event over difficult terrain. Each competitor should have navigational skills. Kit checks will be made prior to the start.

Entry Field

The Championships are likely to attract between 50 and 70 runners from 20 UK police forces.

Registration and Pre-Race Briefing
 
Race numbers and pins will be issued. A final pre-race briefing will take place at 12.55pm at the start.

Post Race Meal and Presentation of Trophies

A hot meal will be provided from 2.30pm. This will be followed by a formal presentation of trophies and prizes at approximately 3.30pm.

Trophies/Prizes                                                                                                      

Men:

1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd - Open

1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd - Vet 40+

1^st - Vet 45, Vet 50

1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd Open Mixed Force Teams (First three to count including ladies)

1^st - Veteran 40+ Mixed Team (First three to count)

Women:

1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd - Open

1^st - Vet 40+

NB. Additional prizes may be added subject to entry volume.

British Police Fell Race Entry

The entry fee will be £12.00. This fee covers the cost of the presentation buffet and the awards and prizes. The official entry form accompanies this document.

2012 Event Entry Form - Word Document

Qualification

Competitors must be fully paid members of their respective force sports clubs and be a police officer, police staff, retired police/police staff (in receipt of a police pension) or member of the special constabulary/police volunteers.  (If in doubt please refer to the www.policesportuk.com website for a detailed definition)

Pre-Race Recognisance

There are no objections to teams or individuals reconnoitring the course.

Closing Date

The closing date is early May 2012 - There are no entry fee refunds but name substitutions to pre-paid entries will be allowed on the day.

Note: Late or on-day entries will be accepted from forces who have already submitted the bulk of their teams. Other late entries will be discretional with discussion with the event coordinator.

Entry Confirmation

Team managers will receive a confirmation of your entry and any late briefing information by email.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any further questions or require any other information. 

SC 9785 Steve Broadbent

Police Sport UK Athletics Section – British Police Fell Race Coordinator

Work Tel: 01524 596424

Mobile Tel: 07974 795466

Email: Steve Broadbent

Local Host/Contact

For information about the race course and venue contact: PS Dave Wood, GMP -  Email

Blackstone Edge Fell Race (5.6km)

This event takes place at 7.30pm on Wednesday 16 May 2012 only 1m from the start of the Police Fell race. Perhaps the 'tougher; PSUK

competitors may wish t consider taking part in this event on the same day? EOD is not a problem.

2012 Event Entry Form - Word Document

2011 Event

Final Results and Pictures

2012 Event

Final Results