Fell races have featured at Eskdale Show since 1875 and remain a popular attraction for competitors and spectators alike. The length of the course varies according to the classes and it takes in the fantastic fells surrounding the valley. The start and finish is on the show field – the last challenge being a beck (stream) that has to be crossed before the final sprint to the finish. Some competitors choose to spectacularly jump the beck whilst others run through it.
Classes:
- Males
- Females
- Male Veteran
- Female Veteran
- Boys Under 16
- Girls Under 16
- Boys Under 14
- Girls Under 14
- Boys Under 12
- Girls Under 12
- Under 10 Cross Country