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That's Lyth

Kendal, United Kingdom • 25 Jan 2026

Event details

That's Lyth takes place on 25 January 2026, starting from Abbot Hall Social Centre, 1 Dowker's Lane, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4DN. The event is organised by LDWA - Lakeland. Entries open 1 October 2025 and close 21 January 2026. Entries are initially for LDWA members only; entries open to non-members on 1 December 2025. Entry fees are £12.00 for LDWA members and £18.00 for non-members. The event minimum age is 14 or older. The organiser lists 290 participants entered so far. Registration is via the SiEntries system.

Route and rules

The route encircles the Lyth Valley and includes Scout Scar, Cunswick Scar and Whitbarrow Scar. Route information: distance 23 miles and ascent 3,200 ft. There is a cut-off time of 3pm at the Levens checkpoint. Entrants must check in at all checkpoints and must retire at a checkpoint if they cannot continue; all starters including retirees must report to the finish. Marshals may short-route or retire anyone who does not comply with event rules or who is judged unfit to continue.

Mandatory kit includes a route description; maps (OS Outdoor Leisure 7 English Lakes SE or OS 1:50,000 Sheet 97); compass; whistle; survival bag; first-aid kit; emergency food and drink; spare warm clothing; waterproof and windproof upper clothing and trousers; and suitable footwear for rough winter walking. Participants are asked to bring a mug. Well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept under close control. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Kendal

Race information

Website Registration
23 mi
3200 m+
23 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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