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Elterwater Common Helm Hill Winter League

Great Langdale, United Kingdom • 25 Jan 2026

Event details

The Elterwater Common Helm Hill Winter League race takes place on Sun 25 Jan 2026 in the Lake District region of England. The venue is Elterwater Common, Langdale (grid reference GR332049). The course distance is 4.7 km / 2.9 miles with a climb of 396 m / 1299 ft. The event is listed as Category AS with skills code PM. It is part of the Helm Hill Winter League and holds a permit with associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Minimum age for the main race is 17. Teams are not allowed.

Entry, juniors and safety

Entry on the day is available; there is no pre-entry. Entry on the day fee for the main race is £6.00. Junior races are included with categories for U10, U12, U14, U16, U19 and U21; junior entry fee is £2. Separate courses are used for some junior categories. Car parking is limited and participants are asked to car share where possible. Mandatory kit requirements are stated: seniors must carry full waterproof body cover, hat, gloves and a whistle; juniors must have a waterproof jacket, hat and gloves. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Great Langdale

Race information

Registration
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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