TWO Cumbrian runners are preparing for a ten day marathon around England’s largest lake, Windermere.
Sonja Farish, from Barrow, and Michelle Woodcock, from Crosthwaite near Kendal, have four months left to train for one of the Lake District’s most gruelling physical challenges: the Brathay 10in10.
The marathon is a 26.2 mile route each day involving a 1,400 feet ascent – equivalent to running up Blackpool Tower about three times.
Their 'Groundhog Day' challenge is a fundraiser the Ambleside-based youth charity Brathay Trust, which works with 7,000 youngsters every year, many of whom struggle at school, are at risk of sexual exploitation or are in, or leaving, care.
The pair have pledged to raise £10,000 for Brathay so finding time to fundraise is also important. For more details visit: www.brathaychallenges.com/events/running/10in10.
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