Swimrun Coniston Short Course
From Gritty Rascals Events Ltd
Event summary
Participants will embark on a scenic journey starting on the shores of Windermere, racing to the charming Tweedies Bar in Grasmere village. Get ready to experience the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District National Park as you navigate through open water swims across Coniston, Windermere, Rydal Water, and Grasmere, all while trail running in your wetsuit and swimming in your trainers. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a newcomer to the sport, this event promises excitement, camaraderie, and the chance to embrace the great outdoors. Don't miss out on this unique adventure!
Swimrun Coniston Short Course
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Event information
Starting at Wray Castle Jetty the course follows forestry tracks, trails and paths along valleys and over passes in the midst of some stunning and varied Lakeland scenery and of course there are swims in 3 different lakes.
Our Short course is 12.7km in total with 10.8km of running and 1.9km of swimming across 3 separate swims - the longest of which is 780m.
You'll have plenty of time to enjoy yourself and the views with over 6 hours to complete the swims and runs - which could easily be walked with plenty of time to spare!
The race finishes back at Tweedies bar.
Organiser's description
Starting on the shore of Windermere 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
Swimrun Coniston Short Course
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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