Swimrun Coniston Full Course

Gritty Rascals Events Ltd

From Gritty Rascals Events Ltd

Sunday 24th September 2023 Past event
08:00
Ambleside
£210.00–£380.00 · 2 races
Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Swimrun Coniston Full Course, hosted by Gritty Rascals Events Ltd! On Sunday, September 24th, 2023, immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District National Park as you take on this epic 45km Swimrun challenge. Starting on the picturesque shores of Coniston Water, participants will navigate a thrilling course that includes exhilarating trail runs and invigorating open water swims through stunning locations such as Windermere, Rydal Water, and Grasmere. Competitors will don their wetsuits while running and swim in their trainers, making for a unique and exhilarating experience. Join fellow adventure enthusiasts in Ambleside, Cumbria, and push your limits in one of the most scenic settings in the UK! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event!

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Races

  • Full Course (45k) as a Team of 2

    Team of 2

    Standard Fee

    £380.00 per team

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  • Full Course (45k) Solo

    Standard Fees

    £210.00

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Event information

Organiser's description

An epic 45km Swimrun adventure race through the beautiful and rugged scenery of the Lake District National Park.

Starting on the shore of Coniston Water you'll be racing to Tweedies Bar in Grasmere village. To get there you will be trail running and taking on open water swims through Coniston, Windermere, Rydal Water and Grasmere.

You'll run in your wetsuit and swim in your trainers.

Location

Tweedies Bar & Restaurant, Red Bank Road, Ambleside, LA22 9, United Kingdom

Gritty Rascals Events Ltd

Gritty Rascals Events Ltd

Gritty Rascals Events are re creating a series of epic swimrun adventure races. The first is in the Lake District on 24th Sept 23, to be followed by a series in 2024.

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