Kendal to Preston Ultra 50

Welcome to the awe-inspiring Kendal to Preston Ultra 50

Beginning at Lakeland Maize Maze Farm in the charming village of Sedgwick, located on the outskirts of Kendal, your journey will culminate at the Smiths Arms in Lea Town. Along the way, you will encircle the historic Lancaster Canal, originally built to transport coal from Kendal to Lancaster and beyond. As you follow this scenic route, you'll be treated to breathtaking vistas, with Morecambe Bay to your right and the stunning landscapes of hills and dales to your left. Your route will take you through various picturesque towns and locales, including Burton in Kendal, Tewitfield, Carnforth, Lancaster, Galgate, Forton, and Garstang.

Whether it’s your first venture into ultra-distance running or you’re a veteran of the terrain, the Kendal to Preston Ultra 50 is not just a race but a journey of discovery, resilience, and camaraderie. Alongside like-minded adventurers, you'll uncover the rugged beauty concealed within every mile, celebrating both personal victories and shared triumphs. Join us and define your own limits, find unexpected reservoirs of strength, and explore the timeless landscapes lying between Kendal and Preston.

Let the journey unfold...
​The course is well marked and features four checkpoints along the way. The run is suitable for beginners wanting to try an ultra and for seasoned ultra-runners looking for a PB over the distance. TOTAL EVENT DISTANCE IS 50 MILES.

Relay Legs:

RELAY RUNNER 1 - Start to Checkpoint 2 - Carnforth (Total 14 miles)
RELAY RUNNER 2 - Checkpoint 2 Carnforth to Checkpoint 4 Galgate Football Club (Total 14 miles)
RELAY RUNNER 3 - Checkpoint 4 Galgate Football Club to Checkpoint 6 Guys Thatched Hamlet (Total 13 miles)
RELAY RUNNER 4 - Checkpoint 6 Guys Thatched Hamlet to Finish (Total 9 miles)

See website for full details:

K2P - https://www.fyldecoastrunners.com/k2p.html

K2P Relay - https://www.fyldecoastrunners.com/k2p-relay.html