Aston International Winter Hill League - Round 1

Aston International Winter Hill League Race 1

The opening round of the Aston International sponsored Winter Hill League will be held on Saturday 12th October 2024 at Slieau Whallian Plantation, St John’s.

Start time is 1.30pm at the Patrick Road entrance to Slieau Whallian plantation, with registration from 12.15-13.15 at the Tynwald Inn. Minimum age for entry is 12 years old on race day, 13 by December 31st 2024. The link for pre-entry is posted below. Please bring your own safety pins to affix your number, which must be worn on your chest and be clearly visible to marshals.

The course will be around 5km. It is ideal for anyone wanting to get a taste for fell running. Winning times are usually around 19 minutes. All competitors start together. No safety gear is required, but grippy shoes are advised!

Please use the car park on Station Road that adjoins the old Railway Line. Note that we have been advised that their is a machinery sale taking place in the morning at the large car park behind the Tynwald Inn (accessed via the main Peel to Douglas Road) so parking may be limited but we are looking at alternatives and will advise accordingly.

ONLINE ENTRY CLOSED

Round 1 - Slieau Whallian - Saturday 12th October
Round 2 - Cringle - Saturday 9th November
Round 3 - Colden - Saturday 7th December

All races start at 13:30 with registration from 12:15. Entry fees - Senior £5, Junior £2