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Grisedale Grind

Name: Grisedale Grind
Start: 2026-04-15
End: 2026-04-15
Location: Braithwaite

Braithwaite, United Kingdom • 15 Apr 2026

Event details

The Grisedale Grind fell race takes place on Wed 15 Apr 2026 in the Lake District, England. The race category is AS and the venue is Revelin Moss, opposite Whinlatter Visitor Centre, CA12 5TW. The course distance is 4 km / 2.5 miles with a climb of 480 m / 1575 ft. Minimum age for the seniors race is 15. Junior races are held for children aged 6 and above. Junior runners aged 16 or over on 31/12/2026 may enter the seniors race with a signed parent consent form.

Entry and logistics

Pre-entry is not available; entry on the day is allowed with a fee of £7.00, paid in cash. Competitors are asked to use the main Whinlatter car park for parking; car parking charges apply. Do not park at Revelin Moss car park or on the road.

Rules and permits

Teams are not allowed. The event holds a permit and UK Athletics insurance via the FRA. Full FRA minimum kit is required, although organisers may reduce requirements on the day. Course records are listed as 23:17 (male, 2023) and 28:02 (female, 2021). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Braithwaite

Race information

Registration

3 mi

Grisedale Grind (2.5 Miles)

Grisedale Grind (4 Km)

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

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