Lakeland Trails Coniston
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Coniston
Coniston is a trail event based at Coniston Sports and Social Club that uses local footpaths and bridleways around Coniston Water and through the Coppermines Valley. The routes pass under the Old Man and provide panoramic views of Coniston Water and the surrounding peaks including Swirl How, Wetherlam and Dow Crags.
Courses are waymarked and marshalled by volunteers. Underfoot is mainly hard packed trail with some muddy sections, and there is a short, more technical section on the 16K route. Runners should be prepared for occasional road sections and be ready to slow or walk on tricky terrain. Dogs are not permitted on the running courses. Bone conductor headphones are allowed; in ear or over ear headphones are not.
The event village features live music, race commentary, local food and drink stalls, vendor stands from running retailers, and basic welfare facilities. Race numbers are used with timing chips and results are published live. Prizes are awarded in Open and Veteran categories with one prize per person.
Practical notes include event parking at fields near the venue (postcode LA21 8AL) with car parking charges, free parking if a car carries four or more people, and local bus access on the 505 route from Ambleside.
Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- 10K
- 16K
