Great Mell Fell

Long      4.6km   190m
Short     2.6km   70m
Easy       2.2km   140m

Both Great and Little Mell Fells are unique among the fells of the Lake District by being composed of the Mell Fell Conglomerate of Devonian age. The type of rock means that the hills have weathered to a relatively smooth, conical shape with few outcrops, although on Great Mell Fell there are numerous boulders dotted across particularly the eastern slopes. Notwithstanding this, there is some lovely lightly wooded areas, open runnable terrain combined with enough topo features to keep the orienteering interesting.

The Long and Short courses will visit the best parts of the map, whilst the Easy course will take runners on a proper hill walk, close to the summit which has some of the best views in the Lakes.

Approximate 15 minutes walk to the Start from the parking, with the Finish being adjacent.
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Important Safety Notes:
- You must come and register before starting your run and you must return to registration to download even if you retire from your course.
- If you travelled to the event alone, you must state this at registration or leave your car keys.
- Please come prepared for bad weather and carry a whistle.

Online entries using Racesignup https://racesignup.co.uk/
Dibbers are available to use on the night.

Parking centred on: https://maps.app.goo.gl/kgnktwVVJ6mnmLLE8

PARKING NOTE: Please car share where possible, the National Trust are keen to minimize parking along the minor road. Please park carefully along the road and up the track not blocking any access.