Litton Birks Fell Race

Skipton, United Kingdom • 15 Nov 2025

Litton Birks Fell Race is a 5 km fell-running event with around 362 m of ascent, set in Littondale and Upper Wharfedale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The race starts and finishes at the Queens Arms pub in Litton and uses a 2024-adopted course that showcases the valley scenery. The day also features junior races in 2025: U9, U12, U14 and U17 distances with corresponding ascents, with minimum age 6 on the day.

Seniors must be at least 17. Entry fees are FRA member £5 and non-member £6. Registration and prize giving take place at the Queens Arms; parking is available nearby in a dedicated field, with marshals guiding access. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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