Thursday 4th June 2026

Kettlewell Anniversary Fell Race

Kettlewell   £6.00 - £6.00

The history of the race goes back to 2009, when it was established to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Abbey Runners. NLFR have organised the race since our formation in 2014. The route is challenging yet not too far or over difficult terrain. The going is generally on tracks but mostly over grass with a few boggy bits if the weather is wet. The climbing presents the challenge but the descents are fast and fun for those so inclined. The start is on the track at GR SD 966723 and follows a clockwise direction following the footpath off the main track turning left up the hill for the first serious climb to the crest of the fell. A fast descent down to Arncliffe but turning right at the wall along the wood edge until meeting the footpath back to Kettlewell. The second and last stiff climb up and over the fell following the footpath back down to Moor End Farm then along the main farm track to the finish where the race started. As an added twist there is a prize for the first man and first woman to catch the rat runner who will be carrying a rat. Collect the rat and return it to RO Mike to claim your special prize. Race records: Finlay Grant (34:01) 2025 Eve Whittaker (39.42) 2022