The Catherine Dowdall Memorial Darwen Tower Fell Race & 2K Junior Race

The Catherine Dowdall Memorial Darwen Tower Fell Race, formerly known as the Darwen Gala Fell Race, returns to Bold Venture Park on January 23, 2027. This challenging fell race covers a distance of 7.5km (4.7 miles) with an elevation gain of 283 meters (928 feet). Starting at Bold Venture Park in Darwen and finishing back where it began, the course takes runners up to Darwen Tower before looping around Darwen Moor. The event is open to participants aged 16 and older, offering categories for both men and women as well as veteran competitors. In addition to the main race, a Junior 2k Race will take place within Bold Venture Park at 1:30 pm, providing young athletes with an opportunity to compete in this scenic setting.