Pure Outdoors Events 2014

Whinlatter 5 - 28th June 6.30pm

Whinlatter 5 is a 5 mile trail event open to runners and nordic walkers set within the beautiful Whinlatter Forest, near Keswick, Cumbria. The route starts and finishes at the Visitor Centre, climbing to the summit of Seat How giving fantastic views across Bassenthwaite and Keswick beyond. Whinlatter 5 has teamed up with Go Ape who are offering all competitors a 15% discount on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th, so you could swing through the trees with the family in the afternoon and then run/walk through them in the early evening! All event information can be found at www.pureoutdoorsevents.co.uk

 

The inov-8 Grand Tour of Skiddaw - 23rd/24th August 8.00am

The inov-8 Grand Tour of Skiddaw is a 44 mile unmarked trail run with a climb up the mighty Skiddaw at the halfway point, giving 7136 feet of ascent. The event starts and finishes at the impressive Lime House School, Dalston, Cumbria with camping available all weekend. The competitors are provided with detailed route notes, map and gpx file of the route. The event is open to solo runners and teams of 2. All event information can be found at www.pureoutdoorsevents.co.uk

 

The Cumbria Way Ultra - 13th/14th September 6.00am

The Cumbria Way Ultra is a 73 unmarked trail run which follows the iconic Cumbria Way trail from Ulverston to Carlisle, passing through Coniston, Langdales, Keswick and Caldbeck. It is a relatively low level route showcasing the stunning and varied views of the Lake District. The event is open to solo runners and relay teams of 2 (relay legs - 43 and 30 miles), and relay teams of 5 (relay legs - 15, 13, 15, 15 and 15 miles). All event information can be found at www.pureoutdoorsevents.co.uk

 

The Hope Skeleton Run - 31st October 7.30pm

The original Skeleton Run, now in it's 6th successful year is a 5 mile night trail run open to runners and nordic walkers set in The Beacon Hill Country Park, Leicestershire. The Skeleton Run is a great introduction to running at night, and being Halloween, fancy dress isn't compulsory but definitely encouraged! Break out the fake blood and cobwebs... All event information can be found at www.theskeletonrun.co.uk

 

The Hope Northern Skeleton Run - 1st November 6.30pm

Now in it's 2nd year The Northern Skeleton Run is set in the spooky Whinlatter Forest, near Keswick, Cumbria. The event is open to runners and nordic walkers - can you beat The Grim Sweeper? All event information can be found at www.theskeletonrun.co.uk

 

The Winter Beast - 16th November 11.00am

Fancy a dirty weekend? The Beast is a 'double or quit' 5 or 10 mile adventure race set on an equine x country course in Leicestershire. Can you tame the 40 ish (who's counting?) obstacles usually tackled by animals with 4 legs, water, hills, water, mud, camouflage netting, and did I mention water? All event information can be found at www.thebeastrun.co.uk