Event Info
All 13 Valleys (184.3km) participants must self-certify their preparedness by agreeing to the following participant self-declaration statement (you will be asked to confirm this at the point of entry):
Participant self-declaration statement
By entering the 13 Valleys Ultra event, and subsequently presenting at the start line, I understand the challenge that it represents. As an experienced off-road endurance runner I believe myself to be able to complete the event, having familiarised myself with the details on this website.
- I am both aware, and capable of completing the distance required having completed similar events.
- I have sufficient experience to understand how to manage my safety in remote mountainous terrain.
- I acknowledge the demands on me with regard to navigation, managing my own nutrition and hydration and the other safety challenges that I may encounter when on the remote hills of the Lake District.
- I recognise I will need to be able to navigate the terrain safely at night, in the dark and in potentially challenging weather conditions.
- I understand the physical and mental demands that will be brought not only by the distance, but also the elevation gain and loss over the course of the event.
- I will have completed sufficient training, for both skills and physical fitness, to ensure I meet the above statements between entering and participating in the event.
- I will apply sound mountain judgement at all times, knowing my limitations and will make reasoned decision with regard to starting / withdrawing from the event, even if it compromises my race result.
Altra 13 Valleys Ultra is an official qualifier race for Western States Endurance Run.
There are additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.
7 Valleys (110.3km). There is no specific entry qualification required, however participants should recognise that these routes are over challenging terrain and not suitable for novice participants.
- We highly recommend that you have experience of ultra distance running.
- Please note that depending on their pace, participants will be completing part of the event in darkness.
- All participants must attend the event briefing.
- All participants must carry the mandatory equipment. This will be checked at the registration stand.
- Registration and kit check will be done on Friday the 26th of Sept at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick till 9pm (see timetable).
7 Valleys Ultra is an official qualifier race for Western States Endurance Run.
There are additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.
5 Valleys (58.4km). There is no specific entry qualification required, however participants should recognise that these routes are over challenging terrain and not suitable for novice participants.
- Please note that depending on their pace, participants will be completing part of the event in darkness.
- All participants must attend the event briefing.
- All participants must carry the mandatory equipment. This will be checked at the registration stand.
- Registration and kit check will be done on Friday the 26th of Sept. at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick till 9pm (see timetable). There will also be the option to register on the Saturday at the same location from 6am but we strongly advise to register on the Friday if possible.
There are additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.
The 2 Valleys Trail (22.4km) is open to everyone (runners and walkers alike). Participants will be briefed at the start.
- Registration will be done on Saturday the 27th of Sept at Theatre by the Lake in Keswick from 6am.
There will be additional cut off points along the route to give participants the best chance of completing the event inside the overall time.
Timetable
| Fri 26th Sept | |
|---|---|
| 12:00 Registration, Event Village and Kit Check Open | Theatre by the Lake |
| 18:00 13 Valleys Ultra Starts | Lakeside Car Park |
| 21:00 Event Village Closes | Theatre by the Lake |
| 21:00 Registration and Kit Check Closes | Theatre by the Lake |
| Sat 27th Sept | |
|---|---|
| 05:00 Shuttle Buses depart (7 Valleys Ultra) | Lakeside Car Park |
| 05:30 Event Site Open | Waterhead |
| 06:00 7 Valleys Ultra Starts | Waterhead |
| 06:00 Registration Opens | Theatre by the Lake |
| 07:00 Shuttle Buses depart (5 Valleys Ultra) | Lakeside Car Park |
| 08:00 5 Valleys Ultra Starts | Waterhead |
| 09:00 Event Village and Catering Opens | Lakeside Car Park |
| 10:00 2 Valleys Trail Starts | Keswick |
| 10:30 Registration Closes | Theatre by the Lake |
| 11:30 *First Finisher 2 Valleys Trail | Lakeside Car Park |
| 14:20 *First Finisher 5 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 15:00 *First Finisher 13 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 16:30 *First Finisher 7 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 17:00 Event Village Closes | Lakeside Car Park |
| 18:00 *Final Finisher 2 Valleys Trail | Lakeside Car Park |
| 18:00 Entertainment Begins | Lakeside Car Park |
| 21:00 Event Village Closes | Lakeside Car Park |
| Sun 28th Sept | |
|---|---|
| 03:15 *Final Finisher 5 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 10:00 *Final Finisher 7 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 16:30 *Final Finisher 13 Valleys Ultra | Lakeside Car Park |
| 16:30 Event Village Closes | Lakeside Car Park |
Minimum Kit List
Please ensure you come prepared with the minimum kit required for your distance. You can view the kit list by clicking below. Be aware that your kit will be checked at registration, and there will also be a kit check for the first finishers. If you're not in posession of the right kit, this will lead to disqualification.
Route Navigation
We will no longer be giving out safety maps at registration the day before the event as participants must be comfortable with navigation beforehand. There are 5 recommended ways to help you navigate your event, and we ask that you are familiar, and have practiced 2 of them, which we will check at kit registration. See Route Navigation below for more information.
Age Entry Criteria
All participants must be aged 20 or over at the time of the event taking place, in order to enter the 13 Valleys, 7 Valleys or 5 Valleys events, and aged 17 or over at the time of the event to enter the 2 Valleys Trail.