Ullswater Way Challenge 2026 – Lake District

Schedule

Sat, 13 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 am

UTC+01:00

Location

Pooley Bridge, Ullswater | Penrith, EN

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🌟 The Ullswater Way Challenge 2026 🌟
🏞️ 22 Miles around stunning Ullswater in one unforgettable Day
Take on one of the Lake District’s most beautiful and long-distance and lower-level walking challenges — the Ullswater Way.
This fully guided 22-mile circuit around Ullswater takes you through rolling fells, lakeside woodlands, and peaceful bays, all with epic views of Helvellyn, High Street, and the Ullswater valley. Along the way, you’ll pass Aira Force waterfall, climb above Gowbarrow Fell, and walk through iconic Lakeland villages like Patterdale, Glenridding and Pooley Bridge.
🗣️ “The most beautiful and rewarding walk in Lakeland.” – Wainwright
🗓️ Choose Your 2026 Date:
✅ Saturday 28th March
✅ Friday 8th May
✅ Saturday 30th May
✅ Saturday 13th June
✅ Sunday 12th July
✅ Saturday 12th September
📍 Start & finish: Pooley Bridge
🥾 Fully guided by experienced mountain leaders
👣 Perfect for fit, experienced walkers looking for a challenge
🚨 Places are limited – book early to avoid missing out!
🔗 Book now:
https://www.mountain-walks.co.uk/lake-district/ullswater-way/
📣 Tag your walking crew — or challenge yourself to solo it in great company!
Join us on one of the Lake District’s finest walking adventures. 🌄💪
#UllswaterWayChallenge #LakeDistrictWalks #AdventureAwaits #MountainWalks #22MilesOfWow
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Pooley Bridge, Ullswater, Morrison's, Penrith, CA11 7, United Kingdom

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