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Helvellyn Sky Ultra™

location_city Ambleside

flag United Kingdom

calendar_today 18 Jul, 2026

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About the Event

Seek the ultimate mountain running challenge at the Rab Helvellyn Sky Ultra, a brutally beautiful event taking place on July 18, 2026 in the heart of the UNESCO English Lake District. Classified as a "Sky Extra" race, this ultra is officially the second most extreme sky and mountain running event in England, demanding superb mountain skills and a strong head for heights. The demanding 57km course packs a serious punch with 3,700m of ascent, pushing endurance limits across exposed rock, scree, and challenging fell terrain. Runners will face a spectacular, non-negotiable traverse of five iconic ridge lines, including the awesome Swirral and Striding Edges, Cofa Pike, and the climb to High Street. Setting off at 6:30 AM from Patterdale, competitors have 14.5 hours to complete this "tour de force" of the Central and Eastern Fells. Your entry fee secures a fully marked course, ITRA/UTMB ranking points, professional GPS tracking, and safety support, ensuring a world-class experience. The route is now run anti-clockwise to enhance the experience on the technical edges, providing a hard-earned rush of adrenaline and endorphins. Conquer the classic original Lake District mountain ultra and test your mettle against the very best of England’s rugged sky trails.

Races Offered

Lakes Sky Ultra™

Jul 18, 2026

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Distance — 57K

terrain

Type — Trail running

timer

06:30

Weather Overview

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

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 12.1° / 18.2°
wb_sunny 10.5° / 16.3°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 12.8 /
water_drop 84.7%

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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