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Shipman Knotts

Name: Shipman Knotts
Start: 2026-08-18
End: 2026-08-18
Location: Kentmere

Kentmere, United Kingdom • 18 Aug 2026

Shipman Knotts fell race : Tue 18 Aug 2026

This is a fell race in England’s Lake District, with the venue at Maggs Howe, Kentmere. The course distance is 6 km / 3.7 miles with 400 m / 1312 ft of climb. The event is listed in category AS and notes skills LK and NS. The minimum age for entry is 16; competitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Entry, kit and logistics

Entry is available on the day only; there is no pre-entry. The entry-on-the-day fee is £6.00 and registration will close five minutes before the start. Teams are not allowed and there are no junior races. The event holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.

Required kit includes a full waterproof body cover, hat and gloves. Parking is limited; a new parking area is a 10-minute walk to the start and registration and involves a steep hill. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kentmere

Race information

Website

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

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