Wasdale Fell Race
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Wasdale Fell Race
The Wasdale Fell Race is a long mountain fell race organised by the Cumberland Fell Runners Association around Wasdale in the Lake District. The course covers 34 km (21.1 miles) with approximately 2750 m of ascent and starts and finishes at Brackenclose, Wasdale (grid reference 184073). The route visits high ground and named features including Illgill Head, Whin Rigg, Greendale Bridge, Seatallan, Pillar, Great Gable and Scafell Pike, and includes multiple checkpoints on mountain terrain.
Pre-entry only is required and entries are open for a set period; places are limited to a field of 250 runners. Entry fees are listed by category and include light refreshment and use of the SPORTident system; FRA members and non members have different fees and an under 23 reduced fee applies. Entry on the day is not available.
The event operates under an FRA permit with associated insurance. All competitors must carry full FRA kit which will be checked at registration; required items include waterproof top and bottoms with taped seams and hood, hat, gloves, map, compass, whistle and emergency food. SportIdent cards are provided and pre logged. The event is part of a trial using FRA tracker devices; carrying a provided tracker is mandatory and will be issued at registration.
Parking and registration are located in the field east of the National Trust campsite and nearby campsite accommodation is available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
