L100 Recce 4: Pooley Bridge - Ambleside

Penrith, United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2026

L100 Recce 4: Pooley Bridge - Ambleside

The L100 Recce 4 is a guided familiarization day for the Montane Lakeland 50 & 100 course, taking place on Sunday 14th June 2026. This specific session covers the route from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside. This section represents the first half of the Lakeland 50 route and is part of the full Lakeland 100 course.

The route covers a total distance of 26 miles. Participants will navigate through the terrain from Pooley Bridge to Ambleside, which includes climbs to Mardale Head and Kentmere. The event is strictly reserved for participants who have already secured a confirmed place in the Lakeland 100 or Lakeland 50 for 2026.

The registration fee includes several services organized for the participants:

  • Coach transport to the starting point
  • Medical support throughout the session
  • Basic refreshments provided at designated checkpoints

Full mandatory kit is required for all runners as per the standard event regulations. The session operates with specific cut-off times at checkpoints, and participants are expected to have a level of fitness that allows them to meet these time limits. The minimum age for entry is 18 years old. The event is based at Dalemain Mansion in Cumbria. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

26 mi
Pooley Bridge to Ambleside
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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