Buttermere Sailbeck Fell Race
Buttermere Sailbeck is a classic tough, rough fell race! It packs in over 4000ft of climbing into just over 9 miles, featuring steep rocky climbs and descents, and some short sections with steep drops to the sides of lofty ridges. It is not for the faint-hearted, and a recce is highly worthwhile!
Starting from Buttermere Village, the route climbs onto Knott Rigg before traversing the ridgeline of Ard Crags and dropping down into Rigg Beck. A brutal climb back up onto Causey Pike leads to a stunning and airy run across Scar Crags to Sail and Crag Hill. From here, the descent begins over Whiteless Pike and all the way back into Buttermere – a long and exhilarating descent!
Please - only enter this race if you are sufficiently competent and capable to complete the course safely.
Parking is in a designated race parking field (access to RHS of Buttermere Court Hotel), please follow event parking signs. £5 per car, cash only. Please car share or use a bus/bike. All runners must park in the event field, not the village.
Entry limit 150. Entries close Friday 12th June 22:00.
Teams allowed - Men (3); Women (3)
Start time 11:00
Practical Details
- Event Organizer: Keswick Athletic Club
- Contact: Owen Mills
- Website: http://keswickac.org.uk/
- Parking Charge: £5 per car (cash only)
- Public Toilets: Limited availability in the village.
- Consideration: Please be considerate to local businesses and other non-fell running visitors.