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BOFRA - Farleton Knott

Name: BOFRA - Farleton Knott
Start: 2026-08-02
End: 2026-08-02
Location: Kendal

Kendal, United Kingdom • 2 Aug 2026

BOFRA Farleton Knott

This fell race is held on Farleton Knott by permission of the Dallam Tower Estate. The senior course climbs the front of the fell, crosses the top and then descends by the same route used for the ascent before returning along the path around the base of the fell. The senior course was changed in 2021.

The course distance is 2.60 miles / 4.20 km with 750 feet / 230 meters of climb. The event counts as a BOFRA Championship counter. Separate routes are provided for senior and under 17 runners and for junior categories.

Location details given include the A6070, one mile from the M6 Junction 36 and five miles south of Kendal, postcode LA6 1PB. A grid reference and a What Three Words location are provided for the site. Car parking is available for a charge of £3; exact change is requested.

Age categories listed on the event page are Under 9, Under 12, Under 14, Under 17 and Seniors. The race page notes that a race map and a race profile are not available. Historical results, race reports and photos are recorded for multiple years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kendal

Race information

Website

Senior & U17

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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