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Lakeland Five Passes Ultra

Name: Lakeland Five Passes Ultra
Start: 2025-06-28
End: 2025-06-28
Location: Grasmere

Grasmere, United Kingdom • 28 Jun 2025

The Lakeland Five Passes Ultra is a challenging 33-mile mountain running event held in the Lake District, starting and finishing in the village of Grasmere. Featuring 10,000 feet of ascent, the course includes five demanding passes and multiple summits such as Loughrigg, Wansfell, Harter Fell, and Red Screes. Runners experience a mix of steep climbs, technical scrambles, and fast descents through stunning landscapes, including Ambleside, Troutbeck, and Kentmere. The event emphasizes endurance and fitness, with a 14-hour cut-off and mandatory safety kit. Participants enjoy varied food at checkpoints and a hot meal at the finish, along with a bespoke finisher’s medal. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Grasmere

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33 mi

33 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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