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Litton Birks Fell Race

Litton, United Kingdom • 21 Nov 2026

Litton Birks Fell Race

The Litton Birks Fell Race takes place on Saturday 21 November 2026 in Litton, North Yorkshire. The event is an AS-category fell race held from the Queens Arms, Litton (BD23 5QJ). The main senior course is approximately 5 km with about 362 m of ascent. A new course has been used since 2024. The race holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Teams are not allowed.

Distances

  • 5 km / 3.1 miles - 362 m ascent
  • U17 3.2 km - 219 m ascent
  • U14 1.9 km - 103 m ascent
  • U12 1.6 km - 63 m ascent
  • U9 0.8 km - 22 m ascent

Entry, fees and age limits

Pre-entry is available via SiEntries for seniors only. Pre-entry fees are £5 for FRA members and £6 for non-members. Entry on the day is allowed; fees are £6 for members and £7 for non-members. Minimum age for the senior race is 17 years. Junior entries are available with a minimum age of 6 years on the day; junior entry on the day is £3 per child.

Facilities and requirements

Registration and prizegiving take place at the Queens Arms pub. Parking is provided in a field about 300 m from the start; participants should follow signs and marshal instructions. Food and drinks will be available in a beer garden tent and pub dining is available by prior booking. Recommended kit includes map, compass, whistle, waterproof top and bottoms with taped seams, hat and gloves.

Course records: male 26:27 (2024); female 31:44 (2025). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Litton

Race information

Registration
5 km
5 Km / 3.1 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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