Grasmere Gallop
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42km Grasmere Gallop
The Grasmere Gallop is a fully way-marked trail race that loops around Grasmere and neighbouring valleys. The course passes Alcock Tarn, Loughrigg summit, Rydal caves, Great Langdale Valley and Easedale Tarn. The distance is 42 km with approximately 1905 metres of ascent.
The route includes cold drinks stations at approximately mile 4 and mile 11 and a checkpoint with drinks and snacks at approximately mile 17. A GPX route file is available for download. Entry includes tracker hire so runners can be followed around the route.
There is a checkpoint at Stickle Tarn with a cut-off, and the event has a final cut-off; runners who miss cut-offs will be transported back to the finish. All runners must carry a mandatory kit list. Kit checks take place at registration and there will be post-race spot checks; failure to carry the full mandatory kit will result in disqualification.
Mandatory kit includes waterproof jacket and trousers with taped seams; hat and gloves (a buff is acceptable as a hat); a fully charged mobile phone; the provided tracker; an emergency foil blanket or bivi bag; a first aid kit with blister plasters, sterile dressing and tape at minimum; a whistle; and sufficient food and drink. A GPX of the route is recommended.
Date: 05/06/2027. Price: £60. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
