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Lake District Ultra Challenge

Kendal, United Kingdom • 6-7 Jun 2026

The Lake District Ultra Challenge is a premier endurance event held in England’s scenic Southern Lake District, with basecamp in Kendal. Participants can choose from multiple distances including a full 100km loop featuring tough hills, Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, and Lake Windermere, as well as 50km, 25km, marathon, and 10km options. The course offers stunning views through forests and nature reserves.

The event supports walkers, joggers, and runners of all levels, providing full support, hospitality, covered rest stops, medical aid, and GPS tracking. Optional camping or hostel accommodations are available. New for 2026 are competitive Ultra Trailblazerz™ and Ultra March® categories.

The event culminates in a festive celebration at basecamp. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kendal

Race information

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100 km
2500 m+
Full Continuous ~100 Km
100 km
2500 m+
Full 2 Day 'daylight' ~100 Km
50 km
1200 m+
2nd 1/2 Challenge ~50 Km
50 km
1300 m+
1st 1/2 Challenge ~50 Km
42 km
1200 m+
Lakes Marathon ~42 Km
29 km
900 m+
1st 1/4 Challenge ~29 Km
10 km
350 m+
The Ambleside 10 ~10 Km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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