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Langdale Horseshoe Fell Race

Name: Langdale Horseshoe Fell Race
Start: 2025-10-11
End: 2025-10-11
Location: Great Langdale

Great Langdale, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2025

The Langdale Horseshoe Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging mountain running event held in the Langdale Valley, Lake District. Covering approximately 21.1 km (12.5 miles) with 1450m (4600ft) of ascent, the course features rough, rocky, and slippery terrain with many pathless sections, demanding strong navigation skills. The race is known for its tough conditions, often with poor weather and low visibility in October.

Entry requires prior experience in similar mountainous fell races. The event starts near the Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel and includes several checkpoints on peaks like Thunacar Knott, Bowfell, and Crinkle Crags. It attracts hundreds of runners annually, offering a rewarding and scenic fell running experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Great Langdale

Race information

Website

21 km

1450 m+

Al 21.1km/1450m (12.5 Miles/4600ft)

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

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