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Lake District Ultra

Suitable for all experience levels. Starting from our Kendal Base Camp, you can take on the full challenge, looping around Lake Windermere via Ambleside, or a half challenge, quarter challenge, 10km or our new Lake District Marathon distance. With the best support & hospitality all the way.

Lake District Ultra
8/9 June 2024

Walk, Jog, or Run the Lake District Challenge and take on England’s finest countryside at your pace. Choose your distance – the full challenge Kendal loop, or a half challenge, quarter challenge, 10km or our new Lake District Marathon distance. Test yourself on a fantastic Ultra Challenge – suitable for all experience levels – and you’ll get the best support & hospitality all the way.

Our Challenge Base Camp is in Kendal. From there it’s a full challenge anticlockwise loop taking in a couple of tough hills to Ambleside, a half way point by Lake Windermere, forests, and nature reserves – with some stunning views en route – before a huge welcome and celebration back at Base Camp after a momentous journey. Push yourself further in the stunning Lake District!

Your entry includes free food and drink at regular rest stops, plus support including medics, marshals and massage. As you crossthe finish line, you’ll get a glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a medal to commemorate your achievement.

Why take part?

An Ultra Challenge is a great way to get in shape, re-energise and test your limits.  You’ll meet fantastic like minded people along the way and its a chance to explore some of the best of the UK’s countryside!

You’ll be supporting David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation in our mission to turn the tide on extinction by protecting endangered wildlife, fighting wildlife crime and engaging with local communities to foster peaceful coexistance with wildlife.

Lastly, its a fun challenge with great support and you will recieve a delicious glass of bubbly and a stunning medal upon completion!

Charity Support

David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation walking vest
Professional fundraising support including fundraising pack full of tips and inspiration.
Challenge App with route guidance, training information and kit list.
Regular rest stops, free food and drink, medics and marshalls along the route.

Registration & Fundraising

100km Challenge
£40 Reg Fee
£575 minimum sponsorship

75km Challenge
£35 Reg Fee
£450 minimum sponsorship

50km Challenge
£30 Reg Fee & at least
£360 minimum sponsorship

25km Challenge
£20 Reg Fee & at least
£240 minimum sponsorship

Registration Deadline 8 May 2024

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