Gavel Fell Race

Ennerdale Water, United Kingdom • 27 May 2026

Event overview

The Gavel Fell Race takes place on 27 May 2026 in the Lake District, England, at The Leaps near Kirkland (grid reference NY087182). The race is listed in category BS. The course distance is 8 km / 5 miles with 330 m / 1083 ft of climb. Skills listed for the event are ER, PM, LK. The senior race has a maximum field of 100.

Entries, categories and facilities

Entry options include pre-entry and entry on the day. Fees are £6.00 for pre-entry and £10.00 for entry on the day; all juniors pay £3.00 on the day. The minimum age for the senior race is U17. Junior races are included for U9, U11, U13 and U15 categories. Teams are allowed, with team scores counting the first three male finishers and the first three female finishers. The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Parking is on the field as directed by marshals; unlimited parking is stated. There are no toilet facilities listed. Course record times are 00:32:52 (male, 2025) and 00:38:46 (female, 2024). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

8 km
5 mi
5 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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