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Crag Fell Handicap Race

Cleator, United Kingdom • 6 Dec 2025

Crag Fell Handicap Race (Cumberland Fell Runners)

The Crag Fell Handicap Race takes place on 6th December 2025 at Bleach Green, Ennerdale. It is run as a handicap event with individual start times. The race is listed as Category AS under fell running requirements. Course records are 0:23:00 (male, 2016) and 0:27:16 (female, 2021).

  • 2.5 miles - 1345 ft
  • 4 km - 410 m

Course, entries and logistics

The route is an out-and-back from Bleach Green to the Crag Fell summit and back, with checkpoints at the start, the summit, and the finish. Grid references for start, summit and finish are provided by the organiser. Free parking is available in the United Utilities yard.

There is no entry limit. Pre-entry is required by contacting the organiser; a start time will be assigned and entry on the day is not available. Minimum age is U15. Required kit includes waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers, hat, gloves, map, compass and whistle. The organiser may reduce kit requirements on race day. Results are published for previous years. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Cleator

Race information

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