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Kirkby Gala Fell Race

Kirkby-in-Furness, United Kingdom • 28 Jun 2025

The Kirkby Gala Fell Race, held in Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria, is a 3.45-mile (6 km) fell running event featuring a climb of 750 feet (240 meters). The race route starts with a lap of the showfield, then proceeds along a road before turning left across fields, reaching a road again, and finally ascending a track towards the windmills. It serves as a British Open Fell Runners Association (BOFRA) championship counter and includes categories for various age groups from under 9 to seniors. The event takes place at the Sports Field, Beckside, with camping available for BOFRA members on the gala field. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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

Race information

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3 mi
240 m+
3.45 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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