Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon

Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon (SLMM)

The Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon is a two day mountain navigation competition in the Lake District for teams of two. The event runs over two days with an overnight mid‑way campsite; competitors must carry lightweight camping and safety equipment listed in the rules and be competent with map and compass.

There are six linear courses of varying length and technical difficulty plus a score course where teams choose which controls to visit within the allotted time. Courses are designed to test both fitness and navigation and to take competitors into remote parts of the chosen area. Longer courses generally involve rougher terrain, more ascent, and greater navigational challenge. Many checkpoints require accurate navigation, which is particularly important in misty conditions.

Competitors who enter courses other than Wansfell, Bedafell and Harter Fell must provide details of their previous experience at entry; organisers may ask teams to move to a more suitable course if experience is judged inadequate. The event organiser is Lakeland Events Community Interest Company; any surplus not required for future events is distributed to registered charities that support access to the mountain environment and competitor wellbeing.

Virtual score courses are available for training at Staveley and in the Howgills. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.