Spring in Lakeland - Final Details

This year's route is the same as last year, but there are some minor changes to the Route Description to allow for new fences and gates, so please bring a copy with you. If you use a GPS then please ensure you download the following GPX, as there was a minor error in the 2024 version around Tarn Hows which has now been corrected.

The Route Description for 2025 can be downloaded here.

The GPX for the 2025 Route can be downloaded here.

An overview map for the route can be downloaded here.

The only significant change from previous years is that we have extended the cut off time at CP3, Skelwith Bridge, by 15 minutes to allow slower walkers a bit more time. You now need to have arrived at CP3 by 15:45 and to have left by 16:00.

Regrettably we can't allow dogs on this event, as it is lambing time in the Lakes.

Please remember to bring a mug as we are working hard to reduce single use of plastic. Also remember you will be going up to 400 metres when you cross the pass before Coniston. On a wet or windy day it can be very cold in April so remember those spare layers and gloves and hats.

There is strictly no parking at Ambleside church or in the Parish Centre grounds. Free parking in Ambleside is very limited, so please share transport where possible. The closest car park to the Parish Centre is at Miller Bridge, LA22 0EE. If parking at Miller Bridge, then to get to the Parish Centre follow the big yellow "Town Centre and Toilets" sign.

Registration will open from 7am, with a mass start at 8am. There will be toilet facilities at the Parish Centre and you can leave spare clothes in the hall, but please don't leave any valuables as we can take no responsibility for any belongings left there, as we are unable to monitor them throughout.

We won't be providing refreshments before the start as we don't have access to the kitchen until later on. Hot drinks and food will be available after you finish. There will be cold drinks and snacks at Elterwater, and hot & cold drinks, sandwiches and snacks at Coniston and Skelwith checkpoints. There will be gluten free and vegan/vegetarian options at all checkpoints so do ask the marshals for help if you can't find what you need

This year we will be issuing certificates by email for saving or printing at home, as this saves on administration on the day and keeps costs down. A link to download your certificate will be sent out in the week after the event.