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NAV4 LiAD Recce - Caldbeck to Threlkeld

Name: NAV4 LiAD Recce - Caldbeck to Threlkeld
Start: 2025-08-24
End: 2025-08-24
Location: Keswick

Keswick, United Kingdom • 24 Aug 2025

The NAV4 LiAD Recce from Caldbeck to Threlkeld is a guided 12-mile recce event covering the first section of the Lakes in a Day (LiAD) route. Participants navigate challenging terrain including the River Caldew ford, the ascent of Blencathra, and the steep descent of Hallsfell Ridge, with a total ascent and descent of 3,600 feet. The course features remote, rough fell terrain with grassy, wet trods and rocky sections.

Hosted by experienced NAV4 tutors, the event offers valuable advice on navigation, gear, nutrition, and training strategies. Transport is provided from Threlkeld to Caldbeck, and places are limited to 15 participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

Registration

12 mi

12 Miles

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

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