Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon
Lake District National Park, United Kingdom • 4-5 Jul 2026
Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon
The Saunders Lakeland Mountain Marathon is a two day mountain navigation competition held in the Lake District for teams of two. The event runs from Saturday 4 July to Sunday 5 July 2026 and includes an overnight camp between the two days. Seven courses are offered with varying lengths and technical difficulty.
Competitors must carry the lightweight camping and safety equipment specified in the event rules and must be competent in the use of map and compass in mountain terrain. Many checkpoints require accurate navigation and, even in summer, conditions can be adverse.
The courses and entry limits per course are:
- Fairfield - 140 pairs
- Scafell - 40 pairs
- Kirkfell - 80 pairs
- Carrock Fell - 100 pairs
- Harter Fell - 130 pairs
- Wansfell - 130 pairs
- Bedafell - 85 pairs
There is an overall limit of 575 teams. Entries are managed through SiEntries and both team members must be registered on that system to be entered. Entries open 5 December 2025 and close 28 June 2026. Event minimum age is 14. Entry fees are shown per person relative to the event date: Under 30 £77.50 and Senior £105.00.
The event is run as a not for profit activity by Lakeland Events Community Interest Company and surplus funds are donated to Brathay Trust. Pete Bland Sports will attend as event retailer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.