Killer Mile - Mow Cop - 2026

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Mow Cop Killer Mile 2026

Join us for the highly anticipated Mow Cop Killer Mile on Thursday, May 7, 2026. The event starts in Scholar Green and finishes at the iconic Mow Cop Castle. Get ready to challenge yourself and enjoy a fantastic race atmosphere!

Organising Partner: Mow Cop Runners 

Headline Sponsor: Chaffinch

 

Registration Dates

- Registration Closes: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6 PM

- Note: Tickets are expected to sell out before the event, so register early!

 

Race Information

- Junior Race - Reception & Year Two Race

  - Time: 6:00 PM

  - Start Location: Birch Tree Lane (///split.trash.crush)

  - End Location: Mow Cop Castle Car Park (///shared.funds.voting)

  - Age Requirement: 5-7 Years

  - Entry Fee: £6 (Early Bird Discounted - £5)

Please Note: Accompanying adults in Junior Race and carers free - no race number provided - no requirement to book a place.

 

- Junior Race - Year Three to Year Seven Race

  - Time: 6:20 PM

  - Start Location: Birch Tree Lane (///split.trash.crush)

  - End Location: Mow Cop Castle Car Park (///shared.funds.voting)

  - Age Requirement: 8-12 Years

  - Entry Fee: £6 (Early Bird Discounted - £5)

Please Note: Accompanying adults in Junior Race and carers free - no race number provided - no requirement to book a place.

 

- Fun Run A*

  - Time: 6:45 PM

  - Start Location: Drumber Lane (///beard.signal.liked)

  - End Location: Mow Cop Castle Car Park (///shared.funds.voting)

  - Age Requirement: 5+ Years

  - Entry Fee: £12 (Early Bird Discounted - £10)

- Prize Race

  - Time: 7:10 PM

  - Start Location: Drumber Lane (///beard.signal.liked)

  - End Location: Mow Cop Castle Car Park (///shared.funds.voting)

  - Age Requirement: 13+ Years

  - Entry Fee: £14 (UK Athletics Affiliated Discount - £12)

- Fun Run B*

  - Time: 7:30 PM

  - Start Location: Drumber Lane (///beard.signal.liked)

  - End Location: Mow Cop Castle Car Park (///shared.funds.voting)

  - Age Requirement: 5+ Years

 - Entry Fee: £12 (Early Bird Discounted - £10)

*Participants aged 13 and older can run without supervision. Those under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The accompanying adult can participate for free if they do not want a race number and do not need to reserve a space. If the adult wants a race number, the normal entry fee will apply.

 

Prizes

- Medals: All participants receive a medal.
  
- Prize Race Cash Prizes:
  - £1,000 for male record-breaking winner (6:12 record)
  - £1,000 for female record-breaking winner (7:42 record)

- Prize Race Awards:
  - TBC

- Age Category Trophies: Trophies for first finishers in age categories within the Prize Race, Fun Runs and Junior Race.

- Junior Race: Every child participating in the Junior Race will receive a goody bag and a certificate.

 

Logistics & Facilities

  Parking

- Limited Parking: Only available along the roadside. Plan your travel arrangements in advance.

- Drop-Off Points:

  - Fun Run A, Prize Race, and Fun Run B:

    - Station Road, Scholar Green

    - Spring Bank, Scholar Green

  - Junior Race:

    - Mount Pleasant Road, Scholar Green

    - The Bank, Scholar Green

    - Grays Close, Scholar Green

Disclaimer: Participants and spectators are responsible for their own parking arrangements. Please respect local residents and leave space for emergency vehicles.

 Race Number Collection

Your race number will be provided based on your registration choice:

- Mailed Option: Expect your number before race day.

- In-Person Pickup: Available from 5 PM on race day until 30 minutes before your race starts.

- Pickup Locations:

- Junior Races: Birch Tree Lane (///split.trash.crush)

- Fun Run A & Fun Run B: Drumber Lane (///beard.signal.liked)

- Prize Race: Drumber Lane (///beard.signal.liked)

Arrive early to ensure a smooth pickup!

 Road Closures

Expect road closures along:

- Drumber Lane

- Station Road

- Top Station Road

- High Street

- Lower High Street

- Birch Tree Lane

Additional closures may occur for logistical purposes.

  Safety Measures

The safety of participants is our top priority:

- Medical support will be available along the course

- Volunteer marshals will guide runners

• Road closures to minimise traffic during the race