07/03/2024
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Join us The Armitt : Museum, Gallery, Library on March 9th for an evening exploring the history of female fell runners with author Steve Chilton and Carol Campbell.
The talk will illustrate the story of the barriers encountered by the first female fell runners who fought to participate in the early days of this male-dominated sport. Despite experiencing discouragement and resistance, these women responded with personal courage and self-confidence.
Thanks to them, women now compete at traditional fell races, international mountain races and endurance challenges in increasing numbers. It is a story of a fight for equality of opportunity and reward.
The event starts at 6pm and you can purchase your ticket through this link..
https://armitt-library-and-museum-centre.arttickets.org.uk/armitt-library-and-museum-centre/2024-03-09-running-int-fells-women-in-fell-running-with-steve-chilton
Tickets are £10 per person, and you can buy signed copies of Steve's book "Voices from the Hills" at the event.