HAVE you perhaps over indulged over the Christmas season and now you've lost your motivation to get back into shape? Go Active in Cumbria have put together a handy guide on the best active events around the county in 2017
FEBRUARY
Trail 10 Dalemain
Sunday, February 26
A 10k trail running event that begins from the Dalemain Estate near Ullswater.
MARCH
Eden Valley Epic Cycle Sportive, Penrith
Sunday, March 5
A near 60 mile cycle ride with no major hills or mountains, beginning at Penrith Leisure Centre.
APRIL
Lakeland Loop Cycle Sportive, Great Langdale
Sunday, April 23
Starting from Great Langdale, the Lakeland Loop is approximately 69 miles long, with brilliant views and challenging climbs
MAY
Keswick to Barrow Walk
Saturday May 6th
Registration for teams of between six and 12 people opens in February. The Coniston to Barrow Walk also takes place on the same day if you fancy a shorter challenge.
Brathay Windermere Marathon, Brathay Hall
Sunday, May 21
Marathon and half marathon held amidst the beautiful scenery of the Lake District.
JUNE
Grasmere Gallop, Grasmere
Saturday, June 3
A day of challenging trail running through the Vale of Grasmere and Rydal.
Gelt Gladiator, Brampton
Saturday, June 10 & Sunday, June 11
Now in its third year, Gelt Gladiator sees runners trail through the woods and tackle obstacles on 3k, 6k, and 10k trails.
Great North Swim, Windermere
Friday, June 9 - Sunday, June 11
Europe’s biggest open water swimming event.
Keswick Mountain Festival, Keswick
Thursday, June 8 - Sunday, June 11
Jam packed festival featuring outdoor activities, live music from KT Tunstall and Cast. There will also be speakers and art.
Cumberland Show, Carlisle Racecourse
Saturday, June 17
Annual agricultural show celebrating farming, food and the countryside.
Lakesman Triathalon, Keswick
Sunday, June 18
Designed for both experienced and novice endurance athletes, The Lakesman is a traditional triathalon where participants will swim, cycle and run through the Lake District.
JULY
Velo Retro
Friday July 14 - Sunday 16
Returning for its fourth year, the vintage cycling festival in Ulverston. The easiest ride is called La Loafeur, which is 47km and aimed at people who aren’t regular riders. À L’ancienne Classic is a more intermediate ride at 85km, with a checkpoint at the Sir John Barrow Monument. The Mighty Corinthian is a whopping 300km, which is the longest retro bike ride in the world.
The Lakeland 100
Friday, July 28
A 100 mile ultra run which follows a circular route, encompassing the whole of the lakeland fells.
The Lakeland 50
Saturday, July 29
A 50 mile run covering the second half of the Lakeland 100 ultra run.
AUGUST
Total Warrior
Saturday, August 5 & Sunday, August 6
An obstacle race with both 10k and 10 mile routes, which include endless hills, rivers, mud, and 25 – 30 punishing obstacles.
Lowther Show, Lowther Castle and Gardens in Penrith
Saturday, August 12 & Sunday, August 13
Annual event with something for everyone, from shooting and fishing to food festivals.
Grasmere Sports and Show, Grasmere Sports Field
Sunday August 27
One of the oldest festivals in Cumbria showcasing the traditional sports of fell running, Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling and Hound Trailing.
Cross Bay Challenge Half Marathon, Flookburgh
August, date TBC
One of the UK's top off-road races, crossing Cumbria to Lancashire at low tide.
SEPTEMBER
Coniston End to End Chillswim
Saturday, September 2
Chillswim Coniston is a mass participation, fully supported swim, covering the full 5.25 miles length of Coniston Water.
Helvellyn Triathalon
Sunday, September 3
The Lake District’s toughest triathlon.
Tour de Furness, Roose
Sunday, Sept 10
A cycling event with 13, 25 and 50 mile routes, as well as a 5 mile family ride.
NOVEMBER
Kendal Mountain Festival
TBC
UK’s biggest outdoor film festival featuring premieres, speakers and art.
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