4
History of Windermere Marathon In 1982, a passionate group of local runners and volunteers formed the Windermere Marathon committee and launched the first marathon around England’s largest lake – a tradition you’re about to continue! This group of enthusiasts included Alan Dodds from Windermere Rotary Club, John Nettleton from Kendal AC, and Pete Bland, Chairman of Kendal AC (whose wife Anne later claimed the Ladies’ title twice in 1984 and 1986). They were joined by none other than Chris Brasher and John Disley – co-founders of the iconic London Marathon. The inaugural Windermere Marathon attracted an impressive 2,600 entries, and now you’re set to tackle this breathtaking course! Widely celebrated as one of the UK’s most scenic road marathons, the route showcases the natural splendour of the Lake District in all its glory. After its successful launch, the Windermere Marathon was revived by Brathay Trust in 2007 and has now passed into the hands of the Great Run company – ensuring this magnificent running tradition continues to inspire new generations of marathoners. The stunning Windermere Marathon route heads anticlockwise around Lake Windermere, passing through High Wray, Newby Bridge and Bowness-on-Windermere. The route starts on the lakeside at Waterhead and finishes in Brockhole.
RETURN BACK TO CONTENTS
Made with FlippingBook. PDF to flipbook with ease