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Blisco Dash

Name: Blisco Dash
Start: 2025-07-16
End: 2025-07-16
Location: Ambleside

Ambleside, United Kingdom • 16 Jul 2025

The Blisco Dash is an informal summer race organized by Ambleside AC, typically held on Wednesday evenings. This year, it has gained prominence as a British Championship race, featuring separate men's and women's events. The race covers an 8km route with a challenging ascent and descent of the Pike of Blisco, starting from the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel. Participants are encouraged to navigate the rugged terrain without GPS, and the event includes a unique prizegiving with quirky awards. After the race, runners can enjoy refreshments at a local pub, making it a social highlight of the summer running calendar. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Ambleside

Race information

Website

8 km

650 m+

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

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