Loughrigg Fell Race
Ambleside, United Kingdom • 8 Apr 2026
Event Overview
The Loughrigg Fell Race is a fell running event starting from Rothay Park in Ambleside. It is an out-and-back course covering 4 miles (6.4 km) with 1080 feet (330 metres) of ascent. The race is scheduled for a Wednesday in April.
Course Details
The route begins with a fast start for the bridge and exit from the park. Runners cross a cattle grid and face a steep climb on a tarmac road, which then levels into a gravel track. The course continues to climb gradually, passing through two gates on a bridleway before a final gate and a sharp right turn onto the fell. From here, the terrain includes short, sharp climbs mixed with fast, runnable stretches. The final climb to the summit is on a pitched path, leading to the summit cairn. The route then returns the same way to the finish at Rothay Park.
Participation & Fees
Pre-entry via the SI Entries system opens in March for the April race. Entry fees are £7 for Fell Running Association (FRA) members and £9 for non-members. Participants must be at least 15 years old by the end of the year the race is held. Runners must adhere to FRA safety requirements.
Records
The male course record is 25:26 (set by Jacob Adkin in 2021) and the female record is 29:39 (set by Sarah McCormack in 2017). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.