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Loweswater Show Fell Race

Name: Loweswater Show Fell Race
Start: 2026-09-06
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Dodd Wood

Dodd Wood, United Kingdom • 6 Sep 2026

Event details

The Loweswater Show fell race takes place on Sun 6 Sep 2026 in the Lake District, England. The course is listed as 4.2 km (2.6 miles) with 305 m (1001 ft) of climb. The event is categorised AS and the skills entry shows PM. The venue is New House Farm, Lorton, Cockermouth (grid reference 156239, postcode CA13 9UU).

Entry and eligibility

Entry is available on the day; there is no pre-entry. Spectators or attendees must pay to enter the show, while race entry is free. Minimum age is 14. The note on age states U16 may run with seniors - to be confirmed. Teams are allowed, with team scoring based on the first four men or first four women.

Records and administration

Recorded course times include a male record of 00:21:37 (2013) and a female record of 00:26:24 (2013). The race has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance provided through the Fell Runners Association (FRA). Junior races are also listed as part of the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Dodd Wood

Race information

Website Registration

3 mi

2.6 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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