The Fellsman
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The Fellsman Dart
The Fellsman Dart is a high level traverse across remote, rugged moorland in the Yorkshire Dales. It is a point to point route of more than 30 miles (approximately 48 km) from Redshaw to Threshfield and climbs over 4,200 feet. The course is serviced by 13 hilltop and roadside checkpoints and has a maximum entry field of 100 places.
Entrants must be 18 or older. The event tests navigational ability alongside physical and mental fitness; organisers state that only fit and experienced runners or walkers should enter. Traditionally navigated by map and compass, the event permits GPX files on GPS devices provided entrants also carry a map and compass and have the knowledge to use them in an emergency. The organisers operate live tracking, route cut-offs and require a specified kit list for safety.
The event is in its third year and is the sister event to the Fellsman. It is organised by Keighley Scout Service Network and staffed by volunteers. The published entry fee of £70 includes hot food and refreshments on the route, transport from registration at Ingleton Community Centre to the race start at Newby Head, transport from checkpoints back to the finish at Threshfield for retirements, accommodation at start and finish, car parking at the finish, a hot meal on return, hire of live tracking equipment, a PDF event handbook, an event tally and a commemorative item, plus a donation to the Friends of the Three Peaks Campaign. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
