Stickle Grind 650

Stickle Grind 650

Stickle Grind 650 is a vertical hill race held on 5 June 2026 at Lanty Slees Stickle Barn near Ambleside. The event is delivered in partnership with Lanty Slees and the National Trust as part of the Rab Scafell Skyrunning weekend. Entry details: minimum age 16 years, entry fee £25, entries open 4 October 2025 and close 3 June 2026.

The race covers 2.4 km of fully marked uphill trail with 650 m of ascent to the summit of Harrison Stickle. Race services include a manned checkpoint, a recycled papier-mâché wild flower seed medal for finishers, and a safety team led by a professional Safety Officer provided by Mountain Run. A professional events team manages the competition. The location is within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The route starts in front of Stickle Barn and follows the main footpath on the east side of Stickle Ghyll up to Stickle Tarn, including a short scramble and a crossing of stepping stones to reach the west-side path. From Stickle Tarn the route continues on a marked trail up the eastern flanks of Harrison Stickle to a rocky summit finish. Competitors follow the same marked route for the descent.

After the race there is a post-event gathering at Lanty Slees Stickle Barn and surrounding grounds with live music. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.