Kong Winter Series - BOS

This edition has finished
JAN
24
2026
Classic Lake District fell run from Braithwaite Lodge to Stile End, 8 km with 500 m of climb through scenic but testing winter terrain as the fourth race in the Kong Winter Series. Pre entry only and limited to 300 places; minimum age 16 and under 18s must be accompanied.
8 kilometers 5 miles

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Event information

Fellrunner event "B O S (Barrow - Outerside - Stile End)" is scheduled for Sat 24 Jan 2026 in the Lake District, England. The venue is Braithwaite Lodge, Braithwaite, Keswick, CA12 5ST. This is the 4th race of 5 in the Kong Winter Series. Category is AS and Skills are listed as PM. Junior races are not included.

Course details

  • Distance: 8 km / 5 miles
  • Climb: 500 m / 1640 ft

Entry and logistics

Entry is by pre-entry only; entry on the day is not available. The pre-entry fee is £13. Entries are limited to 300. Competitors are asked to park on the old road adjacent to the A66 and walk to the start. Teams are allowed. Minimum age is 16; under-18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Permit and records

The race has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Recorded fastest times from 2024 are 00:36:19 for the male record and 00:42:24 for the female record. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Events nearby

Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.
Trail runs at Thirlmere Reservoir on 21 November 2026 offering a Half Marathon and a 10km with chip timing, a finisher medal, and a T-shirt option.
A 7.5 miles clockwise recce from Alpkit Ambleside along the Wansfell section of The Lap with multiple pace groups and a cafe stop on route.
A winter fell race at Thirlmere Recreation Hall covering about 6.4 km with roughly 700 m of ascent, chip timing, prizes and a 150 runner limit.
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