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Name: The Thornthwaite Round
Start: 2025-09-20
End: 2025-09-20
Location: Keswick

Keswick, United Kingdom • 20 Sep 2025

The Thornthwaite Round is a running event scheduled for September 20, 2025, starting and finishing at Thornthwaite Church near Keswick. This challenging course spans 15.6 km with an elevation gain of 870 meters, traversing forest tracks and open fell, while featuring checkpoints at notable locations such as Lord’s Seat and Broom Fell. The event aims to raise funds for the restoration of Thornthwaite Church. Participants are required to follow a marked route and must carry mandatory safety equipment. Entry fees are £12 in advance, which includes refreshments, or £15 on the day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

Website

15 km

870 m+

15.6km

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

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