The Lap - Windermere Ultra Clockwise
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The Lap - Windermere Ultra Clockwise
The Lap is a fully signposted ultra running event that circumnavigates Lake Windermere. The course covers 47 miles (approximately 75 km) on runnable Lake District trails and is open to both runners and walkers. Entrants have 24 hours to complete the course.
Organisers provide route marking (over 2,000 arrows), a waterproof foldable map and GPX file, and live GPS tracking with event monitoring. Trackers are issued at registration, must be attached externally to a pack or vest, may only be attached or removed by race officials, and must be returned after the event.
There are six feed and aid stations around the route, with a halfway aid station at Troutbeck that includes bag drop and hot food. A small shoe bag may be left at registration on Friday night for transport to Troutbeck; drop bags are returned to the finish if handed in correctly.
All competitors must register in person on the designated Friday evening and present photo ID. A mandatory kit list applies and random kit checks may occur; failure to carry required kit will result in a DNF. Minimum age is 16 on race day. Pacers are not permitted and outside support at aid stations is prohibited. Parking and camping are available at Race HQ, Low Cunsey Farm, Ambleside. Every finisher receives a bespoke wooden medal and a finishers meal; prizes are awarded to top finishers and for a course record. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
