Montane Lakeland 50

The Lakeland 50

The Montane Lakeland 50 is run over the second half of the Lakeland 100 course — a point-to-point challenge starting from the Dalemain Estate near Ullswater and finishing in Coniston. With almost 3,000m of ascent and 50 miles of rugged Lake District terrain, this is no easy option.

The route takes in some of the finest and most varied terrain in the Lake District, passing through Howtown, Haweswater, Long Sleddale, Kentmere, Ambleside and Elterwater before the final push to Coniston. Expect rocky paths, steep climbs, boggy sections and everything the Lake District weather can throw at you.

Key Race Facts

• Start: Dalemain Estate, Ullswater | Finish: Coniston
• 6 fully stocked checkpoints along the route
• 24-hour cut-off time
• Entry by ballot — opens September 1st each year
• No waymarking — map, road book and compass required
• 40-50% of Lakeland 100 runners drop before half way (at the 50-mile point)
• Weather can change rapidly — extensive kit list required

What Makes It Hard

Don't be fooled by it being "half" the Lakeland 100. The cumulative climbing, technical terrain and Lake District weather make this one of the hardest 50-mile races in Europe. The kit list is extensive and non-negotiable — mountain weather experience is essential.

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