Miles for Maggie's - Ullswater Way challenge

Take on this stunning circular route around Ullswater, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Glenridding, nestled in the heart of the Lake District.

With breath-taking lakeside scenery and dramatic fell views, this challenge follows the famous Ullswater Way, taking in charming villages, serene woodland paths, and panoramic vantage points along the water’s edge.

The route

Choose from 10 or 20 miles - both are circular routes starting and ending at Pooley Bridge.

Full distance - 20 miles

• Start times approx 7am - exact times to be confirmed nearer to event date
• We ask that you raise a minimum of £200

Half distance - 10 miles

• start times approx 7am - exact times to be confirmed nearer to event date
  
• We ask that you raise a minimum of £300

What to expect

• Fully supported route with experienced walking guides 

• Refreshments provided  

• Training plans and advice 

• Expert fundraising support including a dedicated fundraiser at your local Maggie’s centre 

• Opportunity to visit and tour your local Maggie’s centre 

• Maggie’s t-shirt 

• Medal to commemorate your achievement  

Your participation

Please note that this is a fairly challenging event, and to take part you will need to have a good level of fitness. We’ll provide training plans and information to help you feel prepared for the challenge.  

Challenge yourself and support people with cancer

When cancer turns life upside down, Maggie’s is here. All our expert support is free to anyone with cancer and their family and friends.

By joining us on the Ullswater Way Challenge, you are helping us to ensure people with cancer get the support they need.

£150 could pay for two of our Getting Started sessions for up to 20 centre visitors, helping to support with thoughts, emotions and worries before, during and after any cancer treatment.

£300 could help fund a course for eight people dealing with the impact of menopause brought on by cancer treatment.