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Lake District Mountain Trial

Patterdale, United Kingdom • 14 Sep 2025

The La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, held at Side Farm in Patterdale, is a challenging fell running event testing mountaineering skills, stamina, and navigation across difficult and often hazardous terrain. Established in 1952, it is the longest-running event of its kind in Great Britain. The trial offers three courses: Classic (18 miles/29 km with 7,500 ft/2,300 m climb), Medium (13 miles/21 km with 5,000 ft/1,500 m climb), and Short (9 miles/15 km with 3,500 ft/1,100 m climb), with age limits and estimated winning times varying by course. The event emphasizes safe, fast route choice and orienteering ability. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Patterdale

Race information

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29 km
2300 m+
Classic; 29 Km/2300m
21 km
1500 m+
Medium; 21 Km/1500m
15 km
1100 m+
Short; 15 Km/1100m
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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