Blencathra Marathon

Blencathra Marathon

The Blencathra Marathon is a fell marathon of 26.4 miles with approximately 5,875 ft of ascent. The route is circular, starting and finishing at Caldbeck Parish Hall (CA7 8EU), and passes five Wainwright summits: Bowscale Fell, Blencathra, Mungrisdale Common, Knott, and High Pike. Parking is available in the village.

The event is fully tracked on Open Tracking and provides GPS tracking for competitors. There are two checkpoints on the route where water is available; snacks are provided at the first checkpoint and at the finish. A 12 hour cut-off applies. First aid cover is provided on the day.

Entry is open to people aged 18 and over. Walkers and runners may enter, provided they can complete the course within the cut-off time. Support runners are allowed but must be self-sufficient. Spectators will not be permitted at checkpoints due to parking restrictions; information for supporters is included in the race pack.

The entry fee covers a finishers medal, a t-shirt, water at checkpoints, snacks and hot drinks at the end, and tracking. Trophies are awarded for first, second, and third in male, female, and non-binary categories. The organiser holds race permit ARC/25/0036.

Transfer, deferral, and refund terms: entries may be transferred up to four weeks before the event, one deferral is permitted, and no refunds are offered. A kit list and risk assessment are provided in advance. The event offers an option to plant a tree instead of receiving a finishers t-shirt. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.