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Last updated: October 5, 2025

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1. Thirlmere loop from Swirls — Lake District National Park

16.6km

01:52

260m

250m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Helvellyn Summit loop from Legburthwaite

11.4km

02:05

840m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Helvellyn Summit – Dunmail Raise loop from Legburthwaite

15.8km

02:35

910m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Fairfield Summit Cairn – Dove Crag loop from Legburthwaite

49.2km

08:14

2,940m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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5. Helvellyn Summit – Seat Sandal Summit loop from Legburthwaite

12.9km

02:34

960m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails around Thirlmere

1. Thirlmere loop from Swirls — Lake District National Park

2. Helvellyn Summit loop from Legburthwaite

3. Helvellyn Summit – Dunmail Raise loop from Legburthwaite

4. Fairfield Summit Cairn – Dove Crag loop from Legburthwaite

5. Helvellyn Summit – Seat Sandal Summit loop from Legburthwaite

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