FELL RUNNING
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The original sport of the Yorkshire Dales
From city slickers, students and farmers to professional athletes; from hob-nailed boots, sneakers and treads to high performance trainers; fell running is the sport for everyone. Nowhere more so than in the Yorkshire Dales, whose hills, fells and mountains host some of the most energising and exhilarating races of all.
With nearly 50 unique fell running events taking place in the Dales throughout the year, there is something for everyone, no matter your age, background, fitness or experience.
Discover all the different Races and their fun wraparound events. Get the inside view from young runners, champion runners and organisers to find out the best races for beginners and those offering the right kind of challenge to more experienced athletes.
Find out how to Get Started in the sport and what you need (just a pair of good running shoes and a sense of adventure!)
You can also dig deep into the stories of the sport’s Heritage and its down to earth superstars.
"Great things are done…. When Men and Mountains Meet…" William Blake
Fell running, the original sport of the Yorkshire Dales.
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