The Maverick Lakes Osprey Ultra
MR
From Maverick Race
Saturday 14th September 2024
Past event
Ambleside
£37.10–£79.50 · 4 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable trail running experience at The Maverick Lakes Osprey Ultra, taking place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in the breathtaking surroundings of Ambleside, Cumbria. Organized by Maverick Race, this event invites adventure seekers to embark on a thrilling journey through the stunning landscapes of the Lake District. Participants can choose from multiple race distances, each offering challenging climbs and technical descents that showcase the area's rugged fells and picturesque glacial lakes.
Starting in the charming village of Grasmere, runners will ascend towards Easdale Tarn and Stickle Tarn, surrounded by towering peaks and ancient woodlands. As you navigate these spectacular trails, you'll be rewarded with awe-inspiring views and a sense of achievement like no other. Plus, with a commitment to sustainability, Maverick Race will donate £1 from every entry to Fix the Fells, supporting the maintenance of these remarkable trails. Join us for this epic adventure and experience the thrill of mountain running in one of the UK's most iconic locations! Adventure awaits!
Starting in the charming village of Grasmere, runners will ascend towards Easdale Tarn and Stickle Tarn, surrounded by towering peaks and ancient woodlands. As you navigate these spectacular trails, you'll be rewarded with awe-inspiring views and a sense of achievement like no other. Plus, with a commitment to sustainability, Maverick Race will donate £1 from every entry to Fix the Fells, supporting the maintenance of these remarkable trails. Join us for this epic adventure and experience the thrill of mountain running in one of the UK's most iconic locations! Adventure awaits!
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Races
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Short - 14k
Entries closed£37.10
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Middle - 25k
Entries closed£47.70
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Long - 44k
Entries closed£68.90
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Ultra - 52k
Entries closed£79.50
Event information
Ultra: 52 km +2858m
Long: 44 km +2367m
Middle: 25 km +1131m
Short: 14 km +617m
Long: 44 km +2367m
Middle: 25 km +1131m
Short: 14 km +617m
Fully Marked Course
Free Parking
PH Outposts
Fully Timed
Online Results
Event Photography
Food and Drink Available
Bag Drop Area
Finishers Medal
GPS Route Tracking
Ultra & Long Route Prizes
Free Parking
PH Outposts
Fully Timed
Online Results
Event Photography
Food and Drink Available
Bag Drop Area
Finishers Medal
GPS Route Tracking
Ultra & Long Route Prizes
Grasmere Lakeland Sports & Shows,
Stock Lane, Grasmere,
Ambleside,
LA22 9SL
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Stock Lane, Grasmere,
Ambleside,
LA22 9SL
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By Car
Free parking at the venue. If you're looking to share transport you can message other runners here.
By Train
Nearest Train Station: Windermere (20 min drive from start venue)
Southern Railway: London Euston - Windermere
Journey Time: Approx 3hr 20
By Taxi
Lakeside Taxis
Windermere - 01539 488 888
Kendal - 01539 239 239
Free parking at the venue. If you're looking to share transport you can message other runners here.
By Train
Nearest Train Station: Windermere (20 min drive from start venue)
Southern Railway: London Euston - Windermere
Journey Time: Approx 3hr 20
By Taxi
Lakeside Taxis
Windermere - 01539 488 888
Kendal - 01539 239 239
These items are mandatory for ALL routes
• Trail shoes
• Waterproof jacket (minimum 10,000 rating)
• Waterproof trousers
• Mobile phone (in case of emergency)
• Enough food and drink (at least 1 litre) to last you the race - there will be outpost on course to top up
• Foil Blanket
• Basic First Aid Kit (must include plasters, self adhesive bandage)
• Whistle
• Head torch and spare batteries
• Additional long-sleeve base layer
• Hat/buff and gloves
• A re-usable cup (we’d like to ensure all our races are plastic free!)
• GPX of route
• Trail shoes
• Waterproof jacket (minimum 10,000 rating)
• Waterproof trousers
• Mobile phone (in case of emergency)
• Enough food and drink (at least 1 litre) to last you the race - there will be outpost on course to top up
• Foil Blanket
• Basic First Aid Kit (must include plasters, self adhesive bandage)
• Whistle
• Head torch and spare batteries
• Additional long-sleeve base layer
• Hat/buff and gloves
• A re-usable cup (we’d like to ensure all our races are plastic free!)
• GPX of route
We have 4 routes for you to choose from. Please select carefully - the X Series is not for the faint-hearted. You can expect up to 4 on-course hydration and nutrition outposts provided by Precision Fuel & Hydration. There will also be prizes for the winners of each distance, male and female.
CUT OFF POINTS & TIMES
These are in place for your safety and apply to the Ultra & Long route only. If you do not get to these points in time you will have to be collected as we don’t believe you will finish the route in time. Your safety is our priority. The below time allows you 11 hours to complete the route.
Start: Grasmere Showground (0km), 08:00
OP1: Stickle Barn (10.5km), 11:20
OP2: Neaum Crag Lodges (19.5km), 12:30
OP3: Rydal Hall (27km), 13:50
OP4: Kirkstone Pass (37km), 15:30
Finish: Grasmere Showground (52km), 19:00
OUTPOSTS
There will be no outpost on the short route. There will be 2 outpost on the Middle route (approx 10.5km & 19.5km). There will be 3 outposts on the Long route (approx 10.5km, 19.5km & 27km). There will be 4 outposts on the Ultra route (approx 10.5km, 19.5km, 27km & 37km).The outposts are designed to act as a top up for what you are already carrying. There will be a range of sweet & savoury snacks (fruit, cake, crisps) as well as Precision Hydration fuel & electrolyte.
PLASTIC FREE
In our quest to make this season plastic-free, we ask that you run with a reusable cup or bottle.
CUT OFF POINTS & TIMES
These are in place for your safety and apply to the Ultra & Long route only. If you do not get to these points in time you will have to be collected as we don’t believe you will finish the route in time. Your safety is our priority. The below time allows you 11 hours to complete the route.
Start: Grasmere Showground (0km), 08:00
OP1: Stickle Barn (10.5km), 11:20
OP2: Neaum Crag Lodges (19.5km), 12:30
OP3: Rydal Hall (27km), 13:50
OP4: Kirkstone Pass (37km), 15:30
Finish: Grasmere Showground (52km), 19:00
OUTPOSTS
There will be no outpost on the short route. There will be 2 outpost on the Middle route (approx 10.5km & 19.5km). There will be 3 outposts on the Long route (approx 10.5km, 19.5km & 27km). There will be 4 outposts on the Ultra route (approx 10.5km, 19.5km, 27km & 37km).The outposts are designed to act as a top up for what you are already carrying. There will be a range of sweet & savoury snacks (fruit, cake, crisps) as well as Precision Hydration fuel & electrolyte.
PLASTIC FREE
In our quest to make this season plastic-free, we ask that you run with a reusable cup or bottle.
Organiser's description
The Maverick Lakes Osprey Ultra 2024
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2024
GRASMERE LAKELAND SPORTS & SHOW
Maverick Race heads north for our 3rd year, to bring you a trail running adventure in the stunning Lake District. With its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes, market towns and historic literary associations, the Lake District is one of the most iconic locations in the UK.
The route starts in Grasmere and takes you on a rugged climb towards Easdale Tarn and then on to the impressive Stickle Tarn, which is set in a wide bowl and overlooked by Pavey Ark and Harrison Stickle, these peaks once formed part of the rim of a wide volcano.
Continuing on your epic trail run, you head back down the Cumbria way towards Greater Langdale where you follow the river and make your way towards Loughrigg Tarn. These trails are so incredibly stunning you will lose yourself in the ancient woodlands. Please note, there is no outpost on the Short route.
In true Maverick fashion, the adventure isn’t over - there is one final sting in the tail with a mighty climb to the top of Rydal Head and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Soak up the incredible views from this famous summit and bask in the glory of your efforts, from here it’s a technical descent back to the venue in Grasmere where friends, family and other Mavericks await your arrival. All 4 routes are gnarly and you'll expect some hard climbs, technical descents and epic views. If you're looking for a challenging run, with a taste of proper mountain running. . . this is the one for you!
We are proud to be supporting Fix the Fells, with £1 from every entry going towards helping to maintain these wonderful trails.
We look forward to seeing you toe the line on this incredible route.
#adventureawaits
SATURDAY 14 SEPTEMBER 2024
GRASMERE LAKELAND SPORTS & SHOW
Maverick Race heads north for our 3rd year, to bring you a trail running adventure in the stunning Lake District. With its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes, market towns and historic literary associations, the Lake District is one of the most iconic locations in the UK.
The route starts in Grasmere and takes you on a rugged climb towards Easdale Tarn and then on to the impressive Stickle Tarn, which is set in a wide bowl and overlooked by Pavey Ark and Harrison Stickle, these peaks once formed part of the rim of a wide volcano.
Continuing on your epic trail run, you head back down the Cumbria way towards Greater Langdale where you follow the river and make your way towards Loughrigg Tarn. These trails are so incredibly stunning you will lose yourself in the ancient woodlands. Please note, there is no outpost on the Short route.
In true Maverick fashion, the adventure isn’t over - there is one final sting in the tail with a mighty climb to the top of Rydal Head and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Soak up the incredible views from this famous summit and bask in the glory of your efforts, from here it’s a technical descent back to the venue in Grasmere where friends, family and other Mavericks await your arrival. All 4 routes are gnarly and you'll expect some hard climbs, technical descents and epic views. If you're looking for a challenging run, with a taste of proper mountain running. . . this is the one for you!
We are proud to be supporting Fix the Fells, with £1 from every entry going towards helping to maintain these wonderful trails.
We look forward to seeing you toe the line on this incredible route.
#adventureawaits
Location
LA22 9SL Stock Lane, Ambleside, United Kingdom
The Maverick Lakes Osprey Ultra
MR
Maverick Race
Here at Maverick Race we’re all about celebrating the beauty of the British countryside. That’s why we’ve chosen some of the most iconic areas that Blighty has to offer for our trail running series. We’re not elitist though which is why we’ve made them accessible to runners of all levels. With multiple route lengths to choose from in every location, you decide on the challenge! Our main objective is to get people off the roads and enjoying being outside in the countryside. We just love to run and we hope you will too after experiencing life on the trails. Having experienced many types of events, from 5km club runs through to Ultra Marathons and Ironman Triathlons, we're dedicated to understanding what’s important to you – the runners.
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