Lake District Challenge
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 the Lake District Marathon distance. Test yourself on a fantastic Ultra Challenge – suitable for all experience levels – and you’ll get the best support and 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 cross the finish line, you’ll get a glass of fizz, t-shirt, and a medal to commemorate your achievement.
As Save the Rhino is an official partner on this event, you get a 25% discount on the ‘Full Sponsorship’ registration fee when signing up to support us.
For full details and to sign up, please click here.
Why join the team?
- 🦏 Make a difference: help us fund anti-poaching efforts, community conservation projects, environmental education and more. Your support is crucial to supporting species on the brink of extinction
- 👕 Exclusive rhino kit: you’ll receive your very own rhino running vest, so you can show your support loud and proud as you race
- 💪 Support every step of the way: from fundraising tips to training advice, our team will be cheering you on all the way to the finish line
- 🎉 Race day perks: enjoy the atmosphere of the Ultra Challenge and earn that finishers t-shirt and medal! After the event, join the unbeatable camaraderie of tackling an endurance event with fellow rhino runners!
What will you get?
- Inclusive and fun event with a great atmosphere and camaraderie
- Choose your distance, including 25km, 50km, 100km and a 10 km option
- Walk, jog, or run – it’s your challenge, your way!
- A fully signed route, with a team of ‘Trekmasters’ out on the trail with you
- Regular covered rest stops, with free food and drink, massages and medics
- An epic finish line moment, with a glass of fizz, medal and t-shirt
- Camping, transfer and parking options to make getting there and away easy
- Full fundraising support, and a choice of fundraising options
For full details and to sign up, please click here.
