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The Lap - Windermere Ultra Anticlockwise

Ambleside, United Kingdom • 13-14 Sep 2025

THE LAP - Windermere Ultra Anticlockwise is a fully way-marked 47-mile trail ultra event held around Lake Windermere in the Lake District, Cumbria. Starting at Low Cunsey Farm near Ambleside, the route is designed to keep the lake on the participant's left, offering stunning views and runnable trails. Open to both runners and walkers aged 16 and over, the course features 2,500 route markers, five fully stocked aid stations including a halfway feed with bag drop, and a finishers meal and medal. The low-level route includes trails, tracks, some fell paths, and quiet country roads, making it ideal for first-time ultra runners or experienced racers seeking a fast option. Participants have 24 hours to complete the circuit. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Ambleside

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