Pete Hartley Memorial Fell race

Description:
The Pete Hartley Liver Hill Fell Race signals the start of the light evening race season and is a firm favourite on the local fell running calendar. Set over 5 miles in the hills above Rawtenstall and Crawshawbooth, this classic route offers a true test of fell running, with tough climbs, stretches of Rossendale bog and fast, flowing descents — a course that delivers everything you’d expect from a traditional fell race.
Pete Hartley, a founding member of Rossendale Harriers, had a deep love for these fells and the Rossendale moors. This race stands as a fitting tribute to his passion for fell running and remains a popular and well-loved evening event year after year.
 
Distance: 8.1 km / 5.1 miles
Climb: 200 m / 648 ft
Category: BS
 
The route will be well flagged but runners are responsible for following the route and their own safety. This is an evening race so slower runner are advised to bring a headtorch.
 
NOTE: Registration will close at 6:35pm for a prompt 6:45pm start.
COST: £5.00 (cash or card). Junior races are free.
Minimum age: 16 for senior race
 
Junior Races:
Junior races for all age categories (will take place immediately after the senior start)
Parents must be available to sign the junior entry form and collect their children after the race
Age is given as on 31st December 2026
U10 – Year of birth: 2020 2019 2018 2017
U12 – Year of birth: 2016 2105
U14 – Year of birth: 2014 2013
U16 – Year of birth: 2012 2011
U18 – Year of birth: 2010 2009 (16 and 17 year olds on day of race can choose to run with seniors)
 
Location:
Registration takes place at in the clubroom by the track at Marl Pits Sport Centre. 
 
Race Organiser:
Elma Fitzpatrick
14 Saunders Close, Crawshawbooth, BB4 8LS
07731785363
elmafitz@hotmail.com
 
Results:
Seniors: 2017 , 2018 , 2019 , 2020 (no race) , 2021 (no race)
2022 , 2023 , 2024 , 2025
 
Juniors: 2019 U9 , 2019 U11 , 2019 U13,  2019 U15 , 2019 U17 
2023 , 2025