Langdale Marathon
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Langdale Marathon and Half
Langdale is a road marathon and half marathon held in the Lake District National Park with the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel as the event centre. The routes run on narrow, winding single-lane roads with undulating terrain and a mixture of smooth tarmac and sections with potholes and loose surface, notably around Blea Tarn between mile 2 and mile 3.
The event is marshalled and signed, with traffic management at two locations; runners are asked to keep to the left and to follow marshals' instructions at junctions. Dogs are not permitted on the course. Number placement must be horizontal for timing chips to register, and over ear or in ear headphones are not allowed (bone conduction permitted). Runners are asked to carry their own water or a reusable cup; Speedcups are available to buy.
There are water stations and feed items on both routes:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
The half marathon has three water stations at approximately 3, 6 and 10 miles. The marathon has seven water stations at approximately 3, 6, 10, 14, 15, 19 and 23 miles. Jelly babies, a vegan alternative, and an electrolyte drink are offered at feed stations.
Two cut-offs apply on the marathon route at 13.1 miles and at 21 miles. Advanced Life Support medics provide medical cover and race radio is used to support marshals. The finish is under the Lakeland Roads gantry where finishers can collect medals and preordered event t-shirts. Prize categories include overall and age group awards; winners receive free entry to the following year's event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
