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Cumbrian Challenge

17-May-2019 Grasmere, Cumbria, UK (England)

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Mountains Race Race Terrain

30KM / 19Miles
1 Day - 800 Runners

Alternate Distances: 20KM/12M

DIFFICULTY Race Difficulty Intermediate

Entry From £250 GBP

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The Cumbrian Challenge is Walking With The Wounded’s flagship annual fundraising event in the Lake District for teams of four.

There are two routes, the ‘Tough’ and the ‘Tougher’ over the beautiful fells of the Lake District and, as part of their team-building preparation, teams are challenged to fundraise £1,000 per team for Walking With The Wounded’s programmes.

Every team that takes part will support another wounded veteran back into work.

Please get involved and challenge your friends, family, clients and colleagues to join you at this testing but uplifting event which saw a record number of teams overcome their worries and fears to accomplish something remarkable with their team-mates.

Registration will be opened first exclusively to people who have reserved places and then, if there are places remaining, for general sale.

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Andy Sloan

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Beginner

Elevation: Very little change < 500 metres. Benign running terrain, not technical.

Suitable for: First ultra runners completing a marathon or doing regular long distance running in the last six months.

Intermediate

Elevation: Increase of up to 1000 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed at least one ultra distance race (or similar event) or are doing long distance running (>26 miles) regularly, with elevation shown.

Advanced

Elevation: Increase of up to 1500 metres

Suitable for: Runners who have completed several ultra distances or similar events, or are doing long distance running regularly, with elevation shown.

Expert

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with some challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity or heat) and or technical terrain

Suitable for: Experienced runners who have completed at least regular ultra distances in last 12 months, or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races may be subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements.

Brutal

Elevation: Increase of up to 2000 metres with very challenging climatic conditions (e.g. ice, snow, humidity, heat or at high altitude) and or technical terrain.

Suitable for: Very experienced long distance ultra runners (min 3 years’ experience) or are doing regular long distance running (>50 miles) with elevation and conditions shown (where possible). Admission to these races is often subject to evidence of recent qualifying race participation and recent medical examination certificate. Purchase of specialist kit is often recommended for these races.

Endurance - Multi-activity

Type: An ultra distance race including at least two of the following activities such as running, swimming, cycling, kayaking, skiing and climbing. It may also include different climatic conditions (eg ice, snow, humidity, cold water, mud or heat).

Suitable for: Experienced multi-skilled athletes who have trained for the different activities included in this event. Admission to these races may be subject to receipt of a recent medical examination certificate. Check with the race organiser regarding entry requirements and any specialist equipment required such as a wetsuit, skis or a mountain bike.

Global - Virtual

Type: A virtual race which can be run at any time shown on the dates shown, on any type of terrain in any country.

Suitable for: For runners from beginners to experienced as you choose your own course and challenge based on the guidelines and options set by the virtual race organiser.

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Onceivegone

11:33 14-07-15

A truly awesome event raising money for Walking With The Wounded. Our team decided that dressing up as cowboys, with inflatable horses would add a bit of fun to the event (we slightly regretted this when the wind picked up on top of the fells). We took part in the ‘Tougher’ route, and were chuffed to bits to come in 11th. It really is an event for all abilities, and it is great fun. The sense of camaraderie is superb, and knowing that every penny raised goes to WWTW really helps get you though the steeper ascent. We will be back again…..to compete for the fancy dress 2016 title.

Sarahjm

10:44 14-07-15

Fantastic event, I have never climbed a mountain and was not sure what to expect, it was amazing and it was a challenge which I thoroughly enjoyed. Very cold and windy at the top, kit list was very helpful so I was able to add layers as we got higher. All I can say is I'm glad I did it, it's a lot of money to raise, I baked loads of cakes and took them to work with the slogan "Eat cake and Donate" and raised £175.

chrismayers100

10:42 14-07-15

Awesome event! You must compete in teams of 4 and you must pass every checkpoint as a team, so train together if possible. There are people of every capability so whether you are a seasoned fell runner or you struggle up the stairs you will enjoy this race. I'll certainly be back next year!

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