High fells and hard miles: Running the breathtaking 5 Valleys Ultra in the Lake District
A 55km ultramarathon through the UNESCO-listed Lake District fells promises spectacular views – but with 2,200m of climbing, punishing descents and sideways rain, it’s as much about grit as grandeur. Rod Ardehali finds unexpected joy, kindness, and a surprising number of Freddos on the trail
The Independent UK ·