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Storth Stampede

Name: Storth Stampede
Start: 2026-05-02
End: 2026-05-02
Location: Storth

Storth, United Kingdom • 2 May 2026

Storth Stampede

The Storth Stampede is an English fell race located in the Lake District region. The event is categorized as a BS class race, held at the Storth Playing Field on Shaw Lane in Milnthorpe. Participants in the main event navigate a course that covers a distance of 9 km (5.6 miles) and includes a total ascent of 277 m (909 feet).

The competition includes the following distance options and categories:

9 km senior race (minimum age 18)
Junior races for U10, U12, U14, and U16 categories

Registration for the event is handled exclusively through entry on the day of the race. There is no pre-entry system available. The event is held under a permit from the Fell Runners Association (FRA) and includes associated UK Athletics insurance. While individual runners participate across various age categories, the event does not include a team competition. Specific skill requirements for the course include proficiency in local knowledge, navigation, and the use of a map and compass. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Storth

Race information

Website

Seniors

U10

U12

U14

U16

Under 9 Fun Run

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

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