Dark Side of the Combe

Silecroft, United Kingdom • 31 Aug 2026

Event details

The Dark Side Of The Combe is scheduled for Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District, England. The race is part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle, Millom, LA19 5TJ (grid reference SD 106 887). It is listed in category AM and notes skills codes ER, PM, LK, NS.

Route and results

The course distance is 12.5 km (7.8 miles) with 625 m (2051 ft) of climb. The race has recorded course best times of 01:03:32 for the male category and 01:14:10 for the female category, both from 2018.

Entry and eligibility

There is no pre-entry; entry on the day is available. Entry to the show is £7.00 and entry to the race is free for those who have paid the £7 show entry. Teams are allowed and are composed of three members. Junior races are not held and the minimum age for entry is 18.

Administration

The event has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 km
12.5 Km / 7.8 Miles
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