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Blencathra Marathon

Name: Blencathra Marathon
Start: 2025-06-29
End: 2025-06-29
Location: Caldbeck

Caldbeck, United Kingdom • 29 Jun 2025

The CBTE Blencathra Marathon is a challenging 26.5-mile trail marathon set in the scenic Lake District, starting and finishing in Caldbeck. This circular route features five Wainwright summits: Bowscale, Blencathra, Mungrisdale Common, Knott, and High Pike, making it ideal for experienced fell and trail runners as well as fell walkers. Participants can expect a well-organized event with amenities including water checkpoints, snacks, and a finishers medal. Trophies will be awarded to the top three finishers in male, female, and non-binary categories. The event emphasizes a supportive atmosphere, with enthusiastic race directors and community involvement. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Caldbeck

Race information

Website Registration

26 mi

6000 m+

26.5 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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