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Hi!
I'm starting to get into fell running, a) because I'm sick of running on roads! and b) I live in Cumbria, so best make use of the fells!
I did my first marathon at Edinburgh this year, and as much as I enjoyed it, the trailing along the roads in training was doing my head in!
I've done a few trail races and a Salomon Turbo X this year, and would love a go at something more challenging. Any local races / ideas etc would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks!
Heather, Carlisle
This is quite possibly the best short race in the calendar:-
SAT.NOV 14. DUNNERDALE (R). AS. 12.00 noon. 5m/1800' from the Blacksmiths Arms, Broughton Mills, Cumbria (GR 223905 on O.S. 96). £5 (includes food). Teams(3) free. ER/LK/NS. Over 16. Records: 35.51 K.Anderson 1991; f. 43.09 J.Kenyon 1993. No dogs on course. Parking restricted. Please park where instructed. No safety pins. Details: Andrew Gittins, Lowfield, Church Street, Broughton-in-Furness, LA20 6ER. Tel: 01229 715104. Email: [email protected] Website: bcrunners.org.uk
I'll certainly be there!
Thanks! Will have look at that un!
Hi,
I am also new to fell running, I have only done one race so far - at the russland valley sports, having tried the sprint I entered the short fell race, very low key but very enjoyable. I am intending to try a few out & back races to start with and will see how they go.
Tomsdad
If either of you don't mind travelling to South Cumbria then keep a look out on the Helm Hill Runners website in a few weeks as I'll be publishing the Kendal Winter league fixture list. The races run between New Year and Easter. They are ideal for novices as they are all flagged therefore absolutely no navigation is required. They are on the short side compared to some (30 mins-ish for the winner, everyone back in the hour) Plus there are kids races every week too.
Tomsdad and Heather
have a look at http://www.c-f-r.org.uk/ which is the website of cumberland fell runners.
good luck
Cockermouth?
You must have read my mind, application form handed in last night.
Tomsdad
no such thing as a friendly run, get in someone's way and you end up in a ditch:D
I suppose in answer to the question asked it depends on how fit the beginner is as some might be only able to complete a cs at first time of asking some maybe could do an al. Horses for courses i suppose.
ta for all the replies!
Will have a look through all those suggestions! :)
I'm new to all this too! Wouldn't really consider myself particularly fit (I've run a few 1/2 marathons and only really run once or twice a week!) and have never really done any fell running before. I'm normally just a keen hill walker but got roped into doing the Tigger Tor race (a BM) as my first ever fell run. despite the fact it was really icy and my aim was just to get round the course I had an absolute blast! Everyone was really friendly, the marshals were really encouraging. Am mow looking forward to my next fell race and have just entered my first mountain marathon!
Probably any AS category race would be ok for you to get a feel of it all, during the agricultural show season most have out and backs up the nearest peak, but if you don't want to wait that long then the Jarret Jaunt is this saturday check out the thread in the races section. Agree with GeoffB about Dunnerdale, it's super.Quote:
Originally Posted by Yat Lowper
Have a look at these too they look good:
Apr 17, Really Wild Boar 5m/1400'
May 23, Glaramara (pretty High) 5m/2100'
Ilkley Moor fell race a week on Sunday (Feb 21). Ideal run for a beginner. Info at www.ilkleyharriers.org.uk ;)
For what it's worth, the details in the calendar specifically state that the race is not suitable for novices.Quote:
Originally Posted by mr brightside
Glaramara at 5ml /2100ft sounds a rigorous examination for a beginner tooQuote:
Originally Posted by shadbolt
You're right, i'm sorry i didn't read the detail properly i was busting for the loo at the time, i've edited my previous post.Quote:
Originally Posted by shadbolt
If you were prepared to travel to South Wales for abeginner friendly AS, Longtown, 27 February, would be very suitable for a beginner... 3.2 miles, 1250 ft, no navigational challenges, nice hard up, fast down without it being treacherous, starting at the Crown Inn, Longtown, 2 pm 27/02/2010... :)
See you there DTQuote:
Originally Posted by Derby Tup
See you both thereQuote:
Originally Posted by TurboTom
Also Sat 27th Feb in N. Lancashire, we have the Bleasedale Circle Fell Race, 5 miles 1250 feet and fully flagged. There is full kit requirement due to the exposed nature of these fell tops!
In addition to the entry fee, there is £1 per car for parking; all parking money goes to the village school as they allow us to use the playground for overflow car parking. So it pays to car share. Plus the ladies have pies and peas for sale afterwards.
I'll be at Bleasdale - first race of the season for me. Can't wait....
It will be good to have you with us, Nelly; just remember to pack your passport.;)