Litton Birks Fell Race

Skipton, United Kingdom • 15 Nov 2025

Event overview

Litton Birks Fell Race takes place in Litton, Skipton, North Yorkshire (Queens Arms, BD23 5QJ) on 15 November 2025. The senior race is an AS race of 5 km with about 362 m of ascent. A new course was adopted in 2024. Entries open 23 November 2024 and close 13 November 2025. Entry fees are £5 for FRA members and £6 for non-members. Entries recorded so far: 6 participants. Minimum age for the senior race is 17 years.

Parking will be available in a field about 300 m from the start; signs and marshals will direct parking. Registration and prize giving will take place at the Queens Arms pub in Litton.

Race details and junior events

Race kit requirements include a map, compass, whistle, waterproof top with hood and taped seams, waterproof bottoms with taped seams, hat, and gloves. Climb for the senior course is listed as 362 m (1,188 ft).

Junior races will be available with category rules and entry details as follows:

  • U9: 0.8 km, 22 m ascent
  • U12: 1.6 km, 63 m ascent
  • U14: 1.9 km, 103 m ascent
  • U17: 3.2 km, 219 m ascent

Age category is based on age on 1 May 2025. Minimum age for juniors is 6 years on the day. Junior entry is £3 per competitor and is on-the-day only. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
U17
U12
U14
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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