Stickle Grind 650

Stickle Grind 650

Stickle Grind 650 is a short vertical race held on 5 June 2026 from Lanty Slees Stickle Barn in Ambleside. The route is an uphill course of 2.4 km with 650 m of ascent, finishing on the rocky summit of Harrison Stickle. The event is presented as a vertical race in partnership with Lanty Slees and the National Trust and forms part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning weekend.

The race route starts in front of Stickle Barn and follows the main footpath on the east side of Stickle Ghyll to Stickle Tarn. Runners encounter a short scramble, a crossing of stepping stones to the west path, a manned checkpoint at Stickle Tarn, and a marked trail up the eastern flanks of Harrison Stickle to the summit. The same marked route is used for descent.

Entry requirements include a minimum age of 16 and a fee of £25. Entries open 4 October 2025 and close 3 June 2026. The event offers fully marked uphill trails, a manned checkpoint, a recycled papier-mâché wild flower seed medal, a professional safety officer and safety team provided by Mountain Run, a professional events team, live music, and post-race facilities at Lanty Slees Stickle Barn. The course lies within a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.