Wasdale Fell Race
Wasdale Head, United Kingdom • 11 Jul 2026
Wasdale Fell Race
The Wasdale Fell Race takes place in Wasdale in the Lake District and is organised by the Cumberland Fell Runners Association. The long fell course is listed as AL 34 km / 21.1 mi with approximately 2750 m of ascent. The route uses a mix of paths, grassy ridges and mountain terrain and crosses well known features including Illgill Head, Whin Rigg, Greendale, Seatallan, Pillar, Black Sail, Great Gable, Esk Hause, Scafell Pike and Lingmell Nose. The finish and event parking and registration are at the field east of the National Trust campsite at Wasdale.
Pre‑entry is managed through SiEntries and all SPORTident cards are provided and pre logged; personal SI cards are not used. The event is part of the Lakeland Classics Trophy. Wasdale is included in an FRA tracker device trial and carrying a provided tracker is mandatory for entrants for the trial period. Full FRA kit is required and will be checked before race numbers are issued. Required items include a waterproof top and bottoms with taped seams and hood, hat, gloves, map of the course area, compass, whistle and emergency food.
There are checkpoint closing times on the course and Great Gable is the last checkpoint with a 4.5 hour time limit from the race start. Entry fees vary by membership and age category and the minimum entry age is 18. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.