Lakes in a Day
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Lakes in a Day Half Distance 2026
Lakes in a Day Half is a waymarked trail event that runs between Ambleside and Cartmel in the southern Lake District. The route covers 23 miles with approximately 850 m ascent, following the western shore of Windermere and passing Claife Heights and Bigland Tarn. The course is fully waymarked with yellow arrows on a black background and a paper map is supplied; GPS devices are permitted as a backup.
Entry includes live tracking, full race medical first aid cover, a finishers medal and one well stocked feed station. The shared feed station offers hot drinks and a range of savoury and sweet foods; specific items at Finsthwaite Village Hall include hot soup, baguettes, hot sausage and cheese rolls, fruit, creamed rice, crisps, cakes and sweets. A runners meal at Cartmel is included with gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options noted.
Logistics are set up for finish parking and camping at Cartmel Racecourse with vehicle length restrictions and limited camper suitability. A coach transfer from Cartmel to the start can be booked separately. Registration is based at Ambleside United Football Club and a small finish bag drop is available.
Participants must carry mandatory mountain safety kit regardless of weather. Required items include a waterproof jacket with hood, waterproof trousers, full leg cover, insulated layer, long sleeve top, hat and gloves, supplied map, compass, mug capable of 200ml, torch with spare batteries giving at least 12 hours of usable light, bivy bag, mobile phone plus backup or power pack, money and a whistle. Spare clothing must be waterproofed. The event organisers advise participants to have appropriate mountain skills and to read the runners information pack. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
