Everything about this event is ten out of ten, from ease of registration to picking up your medal & stuffing your face at the checkpoint and the end. The navigation was only tough if you didn't follow the notes that were given at the start. Highly recommend it for runners and walkers.

I ran this in 2017 and 2018 and thoroughly enjoyed it both times. In 2017, conditions were excellent. In 2018, it was dry overhead but very wet underfoot. This did not dampen my enjoyment at all, it just made it slightly more challenging - there were some very boggy sections and the section around the coast was slippy and required care. However, this is the most 'runnable' event I have done in the Lake District. The event sold out and had a 100% completion rate, so this is achievable for any runner with experience of longish off-road distances. The route is varied and challenging enough to be interesting, but nothing like as technical as Ascend Events' other races. There is quite a bit of woodland and it is only the relatively short coastal section that is narrow and rocky (but fairly flat). There are some good climbs, but it isn't too quad-busting. The route is very pretty, and the view over the coast is especially beautiful.

I would highly recommend Ascend Events for organisation, attention to detail and value for money. The route description and GPX file are spot on and the kit list is sensible without being overly long. The aid station is very well stocked and all the volunteers are brilliant. There is tea and toast at the start and a hot meal at the finish, all for a very reasonable price. The team took their own photos and made these available for free, which is superb. The event has a lovely friendly feel and I will definitely be back!

I enjoyed navigating my way around a new route using the excellent route description provided. The coastal scenery was nice - a bit of a novelty for me. Organisation was top notch with excellent post-race catering. The organisers obviously care. The event seemed more friendly than most, with people running in groups, possibly to share the navigation. This was my first Ascend Events race. It's got me wanting to do their next one now (Derwentwater Dawdle).

This was my first self-navigation event and although I was a little apprehensive I absolutely loved it. Running with a more experienced friend made it easier but the friendliness of the other participants meant that if there were any navigation issues someone would help out. The variety of terrain and the beauty of the landscape helped to take your mind off things. I will definitely be back!!

This is a fabulous course through some gorgeous scenery in beautiful Silverdale and Arnside. The course isn't too hilly and offers some superb trail running that is varied and interesting throughout.

This is a perfect event to fledge your navigation wings if you have never done an unmarked course before. The route description is detailed and almost foolproof.

I have already pencilled this one in for next year!