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Thornthwaite Round

Name: Thornthwaite Round
Start: 2026-09-19
End: 2026-09-19
Location: Keswick

Keswick, United Kingdom • 19 Sep 2026

The Thornthwaite Round

The Thornthwaite Round is scheduled for 19 September 2026 near Thornthwaite Church, Nr Keswick. The event is organised to raise funds for the restoration of Thornthwaite Church.

The course covers 15.6 km with approximately 870 m of ascent. The route uses forest tracks and paths that are flagged, and open fell. Checkpoints are located at Lord’s Seat, Broom Fell, Brown How, Whinlatter and Seat How. The route through the forest is marked and must be followed; other users may also be on the route.

Entry details include a standard fee of £12 and an on-the-day fee of £15. Entries open 20 April 2026 and close 16 September 2026. The minimum age to enter is 18 years. Entry fee includes tea and homemade cake. Parking at the venue is limited; car sharing, cycling or the X5 bus, which stops about 200 m from the start, are alternative options. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

Registration

16 km

The Thornthwaite Round

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

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