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Kirkby Gala Fell Race

Kirkby-in-Furness, United Kingdom • 27 Jun 2026

Kirkby Gala Fell Race

The race takes place on Saturday 27th June 2026. It starts with a lap of the showfield, goes up a road for a short distance, turns left across fields, and then follows a track towards windmills.

The course covers 3.45 miles (6.00 km) with 750 feet (240 meters) of climb.

The event is part of the British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA) Championship. Age categories include Under 9, Under 12, Under 14, Under 17, and Seniors.

The location is the Sports field, Beckside, Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria LA17 7TG, on the A595. BOFRA members can camp on the gala field on Friday and Saturday night for a fee. Runners who are not camping are asked to park in a field near the bottom of the road. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kirkby-in-Furness

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6 km
Kirkby Gala Fell Race
3 mi
Kirkby Gala Fell Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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