Logo

Hawkswick Dash

Hawkswick, United Kingdom • 21 Jun 2026

Hawkswick Dash

The Hawkswick Dash is a fell run taking place in the Littondale area. The course covers 1.4 miles (2.25 km) with 600 feet (170 meters) of ascent. The race is part of the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA) Championship.

The Route

The route starts on a gentle track before a steep climb to a ridge. Runners then return along the skyline, followed by a very steep descent. The finish is back across a bridge to the start field.

Location & Parking

The event is located on Outgang Lane in Hawkswick, off the B6160 between Grassington and Arncliffe. Postcode BD23 5QA. Car parking is available for a fee of £3; participants are asked to bring the exact change. Drivers are instructed to turn off the road on the far side of a bridge, over a cattle grid, to access the parking field from the correct direction.

Categories

The race includes age categories for Under 9, Under 12, Under 14, Under 17, and Seniors.

Additional Information

A weather forecast link is provided. Past results, race reports, and photos from previous years (dating back to 1989) are also available through the organizer's site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Hawkswick

Race information

Website
Hawkswick Dash – 1.40 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Billing

Rawdon

The Billing is a challenging winter trail run near Leeds. The 14km route features two ascents of The Billing hill and a loop around Leeds Bradford Airport. It starts from The Emmott Arms pub, with a focus on sustainability and an optional t..

Bleasdale Circle

Bleasdale

A 5-mile winter fell race from Bleasdale Parish Hall with 1,250 ft of ascent, exposed high ground to 500 m, and mandatory full kit including whistle. Entry was by pre-entry with a 100 runner limit and the event is now full.

Midgley Moor Fell Race

Luddenden

A 5 miles fell race around Midgley Moor with path and heather moorland route choices and partial route marking. The event requires navigation, FRA mandatory kit and has limited parking with entry permitted up to 100 competitors.

Cracoe Cracker Challenge

Rylstone

Two route options across the Yorkshire Dales from Cracoe Village Hall for walkers and runners, with staffed checkpoints and a finish meal. Entries are limited to 125 and a waiting list operates when the event fills.