Litton Birks Fell Race

Litton Birks Fell Race

Litton Birks Fell Race is a 5 km fell race in Litton, taking in parts of Littondale and Upper Wharfedale in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The senior course has around 362 m of ascent and was re-routed with a new course adopted in 2024. Registration and prize giving take place at the Queens Arms pub in Litton; food and drinks will be available in a beer garden tent.

Multiple junior races are offered with entry on the day only and a minimum junior entry age of 6 years on the day. Age categories and approximate distances and climbs are:

• Senior race: 5 km with around 362 m ascent
• U17: 3.2 km with 219 m ascent
• U14: 1.9 km with 103 m ascent
• U12: 1.6 km with 63 m ascent
• U9: 0.8 km with 22 m ascent

Age category is based on age on 1st May 2025. Minimum age for the senior race is 17 years. Entry fees listed are £5.00 for FRA members and £6.00 for non-members; junior entry is £3 on the day. Parking is provided in a field about 300 m from the start; signs and marshal instructions should be followed. Competitors are asked to carry map, compass, whistle, waterproof top and bottoms with taped seams, hat and gloves. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.