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Name: Spring in Lakeland
Start: 2025-04-06
End: 2025-04-06
Location: Ambleside

Ambleside, United Kingdom • 6 Apr 2025

Spring in Lakeland is a scenic running and walking event taking place from Ambleside Parish Centre. Participants will cover a distance of 24 miles, featuring a challenging ascent of 4400 feet through picturesque locations such as Loughrigg Tarn, Skelwith Bridge, High Tilberthwaite, Coniston, and Tarn Hows, before returning via the Cumbria Way. The event welcomes both runners and walkers, emphasizing the need for navigational skills and proper equipment. While entries are currently full, the event is organized by the LDWA - Lakeland, and it promises a rewarding experience amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Ambleside

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24 mi

4400 m+

24 Miles

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

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