BOFRA - Wasdale

Wasdale Head, United Kingdom • 10 Oct 2026

BOFRA - Wasdale

The event takes place at Wasdale Head, West Cumbria (CA20 1EX), on Saturday 10th October 2026. The course climbs to the summit of Kirk Fell and includes a steep ascent and descent.

The race distance is 2.40 miles / 3.80 km with approximately 2300 feet / 700 meters of climb. It counts as a BOFRA Championship counter. A race map and a race profile are not available.

Age categories for the race are Under 12, Under 14, Under 17 and Seniors; there is no Under 9s category. Grid reference 187089 and What Three Words ///slopes.reaction.diggers are provided for location.

Kit requirements are enforced. For Under 12 and Under 14 competitors a waterproof jacket with taped seams is compulsory. For Under 17 and Senior competitors a waterproof jacket and trousers with taped seams are compulsory; hat and gloves are also required. No kit means no race; fluorescent jackets without taped seams are not acceptable.

Additional event information references the Wasdale Head Show and an external weather forecast, but specific timetable details may change when the show schedule is finalised. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Senior & Junior Route
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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