Lake District Ultra Challenge

Kendal, United Kingdom • 5-6 Jun 2027

Lake District Ultra Challenge, 5-6 June 2027

The Lake District Ultra Challenge is based in Kendal and held in the Southern Lake District. The full route is a loop of about 100 km that passes the Garburn Pass, historic Ambleside, a halfway point by Lake Windermere, forests and nature reserves, and several steep hills with notable views.

Distances offered include:

  • 100 km loop
  • ~50 km
  • ~25 km
  • Marathon (Lakes Trail)
  • 10K Ambleside

The event provides full support and hospitality, optional camping and hostel accommodation, shuttle transfers and parking. Covered rest stops are placed roughly every 12.5 km with major stops at about 25, 50, 75 and 100 km. Snack stops occur every 12.5 km and meal stops approximately every 25 km. Hot drinks, water and energy drinks are available at all stops and dietary requirements are catered for.

Routes are fully signed with arrows and glow-sticks at night and GPS tracking is available through an event app. A timing system scans participants at rest stops. Medical and care provision includes doctors, paramedics, first aiders, podiatrists and massage therapists, with roaming support. Camping packages offer hot showers, drinks stations and chill out areas. Finishers receive a medal, a t shirt, a glass of fizz and a finisher's meal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

100 km
Full Challenge
50 km
Half Challenge
Marathon
Lakes Trail Marathon
25 km
Quarter Challenge
10 km
10k Ambleside
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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