Shipman Knotts
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About the race
Shipman Knotts is a fell race held on Tue 17 Aug 2027 in Kentmere in the Lake District, England. The course covers 6 km (3.7 miles) with approximately 400 m (1,312 ft) of climb, and the venue is Maggs Howe, Kentmere (grid reference 461041). The event is listed in category AS and lists required skills as LK and NS.
Entry is available on the day; there is no pre-entry. The entry on the day fee is £6. Registration closes 5 minutes before the start. Minimum age is 16; runners under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Teams and junior races are not part of this event. Recorded best times on the course are 00:31:32 for male and 00:37:39 for female, recorded in 2026 and 2021 respectively. The race holds a Permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.
Required kit lists full waterproof body cover plus hat and gloves. Parking is limited; a new parking area is a 10 minute walk to the start and registration and involves a steep hill. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
