There are two senior events, the 15km Helvellyn Challenge starting at 12.00, and the 15km Helvellyn Trail Race starting at 13.00. The children's Fun Trails sets off when most people have finished the Helvellyn Trail.
I just wanted to drop you a quick note to let you know how much my husband and I enjoyed last weekend's Steamy Surprise. I can quite honestly say it was probably the most enjoyable running event either of us have ever taken part in ! The scenery was stunning, the weather was great, the hills were challenging, and the downhills made me consider becoming a fell runner (albeit very briefly...) Kelley Sprawson
Helvellyn Challenge 15km (12.00 start) Limit 200. An event for faster walkers and less competitive runners. If you want to take it easy and enjoy the views, this is the one for you. There is a time limit of 3 hours for the Challenge and to enter you must be 16 or over.
Helvellyn Trail Race 15km (13.00 start) Limit 400. For the competitive runner, a well marked and marshalled course with fast, graded runnable climbs and descents for thise used to off road running. Prizes for the winners, and a race memento ! There is a time limit of 2 1/2 hours for the Trail Race and you must be 16 or over.
Helvellyn Fun Trails Fun runs for all abilities of children under 12 within the finishing arena. Short laps for under 8's (400m), under 10's (800m) and under 12's (1000m), where having a go is the most important thing. Specially engraved medals to all the finishers, class winner's prizes for the first 3 boys and girls in each age class and spot prizes too. No entry limit for children - they can enter on the day too !
For general questions please email the VO2 Max Team.
