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13 Valleys Ultra

location_city Ambleside

flag United Kingdom

calendar_today 25 Sep, 2026 – 27 Sep, 2026

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About the Event

Confront the ultimate Lake District challenge at the Altra 13 Valleys Ultra, September 25-27, 2026, a monumental three-day trail running odyssey that connects all 13 iconic valleys of the UNESCO World Heritage landscape. Choose your epic: the staggering 184km 13 Valleys route with 7000m of ascent, the 110km 7 Valleys, the 55km 5 Valleys, or the accessible 22km 2 Valleys Trail—each meticulously crafted to showcase the raw beauty and brutal grandeur of England's most celebrated mountains. This is a true navigational adventure on unmarked, world-class trails, demanding self-reliance and resilience as you traverse pristine lakes, high passes, and remote fells far from the tourist tracks. In partnership with the Lake District National Park, the event is a profound celebration of this protected landscape, with 5% of every entry directly funding environmental conservation projects. Whether you're an elite ultra-runner seeking a crown-jewel British challenge or a dedicated trail enthusiast stepping up to a multi-day adventure, 13 Valleys delivers an unforgettable, bucket-list experience. Secure your Saver entry for a late-September weekend where your effort becomes part of the landscape's legacy, and finishing is a legend-making achievement.

Races Offered

13 Valleys

Sep 25, 2026

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Distance — 184.3K

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Type — Trail running

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18:00

7 Valleys

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 110K

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Type — Trail running

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06:00

5 Valleys

Sep 26, 2026

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Distance — 55K

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Type — Trail running

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08:00

2 Valleys

Sep 27, 2026

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Distance — 22.4K

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Type — Trail running

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10:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Ambleside.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 10.5° / 16.8°
wb_sunny 8.4° / 14.8°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 13.2 /
water_drop 86.8%

About Ambleside

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Ambleside is a town in Cumbria. It is located at the head of Windermere, England’s largest lake, within the Lake District National Park.

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