outdoor events and challenges...

The Lake District, Cumbria is the country's biggest adventure playground and has an adrenaline fuelled calendar of inspirational outdoor events and exciting challenges every year - it's the perfect way to embrace your adventurous side and its all set against one of England's most spectacular backdrops.

The Fred Whitton Challenge, Lake District, Cumbria

Events and Challenges in the Lake District, Cumbria

Mountain Heritage Trust Events

Adventure Summit - the Nature of Adventure: 20 February 2010
A day of presentations, films, readings and debates with people who have made adventure the centre of their lives.

Mountains of Inspiration: 22 May 2010
The impact and influence of mountains on religion and the visual arts and literature, from Ruskin to modern film making.

Mountains at War: October 2010
The history of mountain geopolitics from Alexander and Hadrian, through to the Great Game, Alpine campaigns and the current wars in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Keswick Mountain Festival: 19 - 23 May 2010

Keswick Mountain Festival's 2010 line-up is already packed full of outdoor activities, sporting competitions and great speakers. On the shore of Derwentwater, beneath the classic summits of Skiddaw and Catbells, you'll find our Adventure Base - come and check out the new themed areas BIKE, CLIMB, HIKE, KIDS, PADDLE AND TRIATHLON. You will be able to pick up handy tips from experts and try out some new activities plus find out about the latest gear from your favourite brands.
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Barrow Kite Festival: 6 - 8 August 2010

The Barrow Kite Festival will feature the UK's top professionals battling it out for the British Kite Surfing Championships. A fantastic weekend of entertainment, find out more at www.kiteival.com

The Adidas TERREX Adventure Race: 27 - 30 August 2010

A 4 day, 400km non-stop expedition race across Cumbria packed with challenges and a spectacular journey through the Lake District, taking in the best that this mountainous environment can offer. Teams can expect to traverse the fells by foot, swoop down the area's best single track on a mountain bike and to paddle across the vast lakes - not to mention a few hidden surprises to keep the team on their toes. It is sure to be a true test of each athlete's mental and physical stamina.
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The British Gas Great North Swim: 4 & 5 September 2010

The 2010 British Gas Great North Swim is now full with places selling out in just 6 weeks! 7,000 people will take part in the swim over two days in September. Some of the world's top swimmers will be joined by people of all ages and abilities to complete the one mile swim set in some of the most stunning scenery in the country.
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Kendal Mountain Festival: 18 - 21 November 2010

Kendal Mountain Festival is an internationally-known event attracting adventurers, climbers, film-makers and world-class lecturers from around the globe. A packed festival full of the very best films, speakers, books and exhibitions covering all aspects of mountain and adventure sports culture.
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Courses and Experiences

Want to try something new or develop your skills? The Lake District, Cumbria is the place to do it! Courses and experience breaks led by qualified, expert instuctors can help improve everything from climbing to mountain biking, of if you want to take up a completely new activity they can offer a brilliant introduction!
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