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The Thornthwaite Round

Keswick, United Kingdom • 20 Sep 2025

The Thornthwaite Round is a 15.6 km (9.7 miles) fell and trail running event held near Keswick, starting and finishing at Thornthwaite Church. The course features 870 meters of ascent over forest tracks, flagged paths, and open fell terrain, including checkpoints at Lord’s Seat, Broom Fell, Brown How, Whinlatter, and Seat How. The marked route offers a mix of fast running on forest trails and grassy ridges with a steep descent, suitable for experienced trail and fell runners. The event fosters a friendly yet competitive atmosphere and raises funds for the restoration of Thornthwaite Church. Entry includes tea and homemade cake, with limited parking encouraging car sharing or public transport. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

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15 km
870 m+
15.6km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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