The Cross Fell Race

JUL

2026

Run the Cross Fell fell race in Garrigill on Sun 5 Jul 2026, a 24 km challenge with about 680 m of climb to the Pennines' highest point. Expect epic upland scenery and a friendly village race atmosphere with on the day entries.

Sun 5 Jul 2026

Garrigill, North West (England)

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24 kilometers

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Event

The Cross Fell fell race is held in Garrigill in the North Pennines, England, on Sun 5 Jul 2026. The course covers 24 km (14.9 miles) with approximately 680 m (2,231 ft) of climb. The route reaches the highest point in the Pennines and lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The venue is Garrigill Village Green, grid reference NY 745416. The race is classed Category BL with skills code PM. Minimum age is 18. Junior races are not held. The event has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.

Records for the course are a male time of 01:42:30 (2023) and a female time of 02:03:07 (2019).

Teams are allowed: teams of three from the same club, male and female categories are specified.

Entry and facilities

Pre-entry is available. Entry on the day is permitted. Fees are:

Pre-entry members £8.00; non-members £10.00.
Entry on the day members £10.00; non-members £12.00.

Toilets, changing facilities and limited showers are available. Start information notes the start is by the village church and that there is no parking on the village green. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

24 km