Cunswick Helm Hill Winter League

Kendal, United Kingdom • 8 Mar 2026

Event Overview

The Cunswick Helm Hill Winter League is a fell running event held in the Lake District region of England. The race starts and finishes at Boundary Bank Lane, located on Underbarrow Road in Kendal. This event follows a Category CS classification, indicating it is a short distance race with a moderate amount of ascent relative to its length.

Course Details

Participants in the senior race complete a distance of 8 km (5 miles). The route includes a total climb of 185 m (607 ft). The course records currently stand at 00:30:45 for males and 00:35:18 for females.

Junior Races

The event includes specific categories for younger runners, featuring races for several age groups:

  • Under 10
  • Under 12
  • Under 14
  • Under 16
  • Under 18

Entry and Participation

Registration for this event is conducted on the day of the race, with no options for pre-entry. The minimum age for the main 8 km race is 16. Junior participants pay a reduced entry fee. Registration remains open until 11:45.

Required Equipment

The event has specific kit requirements for safety. Senior runners must carry full waterproof body cover, a hat, gloves, and a whistle. Junior runners are required to have a waterproof jacket, a hat, and gloves to participate. The race is organized under a permit from the Fell Runners Association (FRA). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 km
Senior Race
U10 & U12
U14, U16, U18
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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