The heartland of British fell running. From classic AM category races like Skiddaw and Blencathra to the iconic long classics like Borrowdale and Wasdale — the Lake District is the home of fell running.
Brennan has won multiple Lake District fell races including Skiddaw, Newlands Memorial, Buttermere Sailbeck and Grisedale Horseshoe. Kat has competed in the English Fell Running Championships at Ennerdale. This is our home ground.
Fell running is one of Britain's oldest athletic traditions, and the Lake District is its spiritual home. Races range from short, steep 5km blasts to all-day mountain epics covering 40+ miles. The Fell Runners Association (FRA) categorises races from A (short, steep) to C (long and mountainous), with the AM category representing the classic medium-length fell race.
Fell racing rewards specific fell fitness — uphill power, technical descending, route knowledge. Road and trail running helps but cannot replace time on the actual fells.
Technical descending is the biggest differentiator in fell racing. Practice controlled downhill running on loose, uneven ground. This is where races are won and lost.
The best fell runners race frequently — often weekly through the season. Racing is training. Enter local races as practice before targeting your key events.
AM and longer category races often include unmarked sections. Carry a compass and know how to use it. Some races in poor visibility require genuine navigation ability.
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