THE 50th Open Rivington Pike Fell Race is taking place on Saturday at 3pm, starting from the Crown Hotel in Horwich.

The race is organised by Horwich RMI Harriers and Athletic Club, and a spokesman said: "This will be a special occasion and every attempt is being made to locate and invite the runners who have won the race over the last 50 years."

Past winners who attend will receive a Royal Doulton plate bearing all the winners' names. The first 400 race entrants will receive a smaller plate.

Entrance costs £4 per club. Call 01204-523734 or visit www.horwichrmiharriers.co.uk for more details.