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Loughrigg Fell Race

Name: Loughrigg Fell Race
Start: 2025-04-09
End: 2025-04-09
Location: Ambleside

Ambleside, United Kingdom • 9 Apr 2025

The Loughrigg Fell Race is a popular early-season event organized by Ambleside AC, taking place on April 9, 2025. This challenging race covers a distance of 4 miles (6.4 km) with an ascent of 1,080 feet (330 meters), starting and finishing at Rothay Park in Ambleside. The route features a mix of steep climbs and runnable sections, culminating in a summit view before retracing the path back. Open to participants aged 15 and older, the race requires pre-registration, with entry fees set at £7 for FRA members and £9 for non-members. Safety gear is mandatory for all runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Ambleside

Race information

Website

4 mi

1080 m+

4 Miles/1080 Feet

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

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