In the Footsteps of the boys of Patterdale Parish, who traditionally Beat The Bounds… A glorious journey of Patterdale Parish Boundary, with up to 20 summits – run, hike or jog – 27 Miles (Full), 16 miles (1st 1/2), 12 miles (2nd 1/2), or 7 miles (Minibeat) – It’s fun and quirky and a magnificent route in all weathers. Participants have some points to hit along the way on the Parish Boundary (See route)
As a 45 year old tradition in the Ullswater Valley, join locals and regulars to the valley to ‘Beat The Bounds’ of the Patterdale Parish Boundary, following the Parish Bounds as much as possible.
The Full Parish Boundary, (including the Ullswater lake crossing – which is not part of this event!) is almost 30 miles long, with approximately 10,200 feet of ascent, and covers many famous mountains including Raise, Helvellyn, Nethermost Pike, Dollywaggon Pike, Grisedale Tarn, Fairfield, Red Screes, the Kirkstone Pass, High Street, Angle Tarn, and Place Fell. On a good day there are stupendous views throughout the length of the walk. Think of it as a high-level companion to the Ullswater Way! There is of course, a little twist in the route to follow the ‘actual’ parish boundary on the OS map… so your navigation skills will be put to good use!
A Training plan to set you up ready for your journey to Beat The Bounds is available Free of Charge from SUMMIT ULTRA (via their website).
The record time to complete the full route is: 5 hours & 56 minutes.
