Sunday, December 27, 2026
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A short, steep fell race from the middle of Ambleside that gains 405 m of ascent in only 4 km on Lakeland terrain. It is classed AS with skill code LK, so runners should expect rough ground and a demanding climb.
Lakeland fell terrain above Ambleside
405 m of ascent packed into 4 km
Start in the heart of Ambleside behind the Salutation Hotel
Classic winter fell race on the day after Boxing Day
Start / Finish
On the road behind the Salutation Hotel, starting from the bottom of Stock Ghyll Lane, Ambleside
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Route
Race Day
What to bring
Full FRA kit as required for the conditions (competitors should expect to carry it)
Full FRA kit
What you get
Entry fee covers FRA permitted race with UK Athletics insurance
Numbers issued and registration handled at Force Cafe on race day
On the day
Before you enter
Other questions
No. Entry is by pre-entry only and entry on the day is not available, so you need to sign up in advance through the event's FRA listing.
No. Members and non-members can both enter, with pre-entry fees of 9 pounds for members and 11 pounds for non-members.
Yes, teams are allowed in the Wansfell Fell Race.
The event is categorised AS and listed with skill code LK, which reflects a short race with a significant amount of ascent over fell terrain.
Yes. The race holds a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.
Ambleside, United Kingdom
Sunday, December 27, 2026
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