Lake District Sky Trails - Swirral Grind 850
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Swirral Grind 850
The Swirral Grind is an uphill only race run in the style of a Vertical K, consisting of a continuous ascent from the event field in Patterdale. The event is part of the Rab Helvellyn Skyrunning weekend and is based at the King George Playing Field in Patterdale.
The route covers 6 km with 850 m of ascent. Competitors follow steep and stepped paths that lead to the feature known as the Hole in the Wall, then cross the flats of the Red Tarn Basin before a final climb up to the Swirral Edge ridge. The route includes sections of easy scrambling and finishes at the trig point at 950 m.
The race uses a fully marked course and includes a manned checkpoint. A professional Safety Officer and a supporting safety team provided by Mountain Run are present, and the event is delivered by an experienced organising team. Minimum age for entry is 16. Entry fee is listed as £30.
The description of terrain highlights continuous uphill running on mountain paths and scrambling on the ridge. The event takes place within a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is scheduled as part of a weekend of Lake District Sky Trails races. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
