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Bookable Extras

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Our bookable extras are designed to make planning your challenge as easy as possible, with a range of options for your arrival, departure and travel arrangements.

As your travel and logistics may involve a combination of parking, transfers and camping/accommodation, please check that the options you book work together with your chosen start and finish arrangements.

Plan ahead and make sure your combination of extras makes sense for your challenge.

Summary of services

KENDAL – MAIN START & FINISH VENUE

Camping is available at Kendal Basecamp on Friday and Saturday nights.

Friday night is ideal for Full 100km, 1st Half, Marathon and 1st Quarter Challengers. Saturday night camping is also available for those finishing their challenge that day.

Inclusive Camping Packages are available at Kendal Basecamp only.

LAKESIDE – HALFWAY VENUE

On Saturday night, choose from YMCA accommodation or Pitch Only camping at Lakeside.

Ideal for:

  • 2-Day Full 100km Challengers

  • 1st Half Finishers

  • Sunday morning 2nd Half starters

The YMCA offers a range of room types. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Please note: Inclusive Camping Packages are only available at Kendal Basecamp.

Parking is available at our major start and finish venues.

Combined with our before and after challenge bus transfer services, this gives you a convenient way to arrive at the event and leave once you’ve finished.

Supporter Parking Pass

Friends and family can also book a Supporter Parking Pass, allowing them to park at selected key venues along the route and support challengers at important points during the event.

Enjoy a seamless journey to and from the local train station or pick up points, with convenient transfers connecting you directly to our venue.

Friday Night Dinner – Kendal

Pre-book a delicious hot meal from our event catering partners, Extreme Hospitality.

Includes:

  • Hot meal with a choice of menu options

  • Dessert

  • Soft drink

Saturday Morning Breakfast – Kendal

Breakfast is available to purchase on the day at Kendal, with a good selection provided by our catering partners, Extreme Hospitality.

Sunday Morning Breakfast – Lakeside

Starting the 2nd Half Challenge at Lakeside, or camping overnight there on Saturday?

Breakfast must be pre-booked in advance.

Provided by the Team at YMCA Lakeside.

No need to pre-book — available on the day at your start.
Card payments only.

Have an overnight-style bag transferred from your start to your finish, or store it securely at Kendal if you’re taking on the Full Challenge.

Full 100km Challengers

For Full 100km Challengers, we can transfer your bag or camping gear to the 50km halfway venue, where you can access it during your challenge, before transferring it onwards to the finish.

A convenient way to keep your overnight essentials and extra kit available when you need them.

Our Recommendation

We recommend using our shuttle services before your challenge. Park your car at the finish venue, then take our shuttle to your start line.

This means your car will be ready and waiting for you at the finish, so you can head home as soon as you complete your challenge.

Please be aware that return shuttles from the finish back to the start can involve a wait at certain times, particularly overnight and in the early morning.

Alternatively, arrange for a supporter to drop you off at the start and collect you from the finish.

Parking

Parking is available at our main event venues.

If you’re not taking on the Full 100km Challenge, please check our optional shuttle services to make sure they work with your chosen start and finish arrangements.

Planning your parking and transfers in advance will help ensure a smooth journey to and from the challenge.

All weekend at Kendal Basecamp

Parking is available:

  • Friday: 4pm–10pm

  • Saturday: 6am through to Sunday at 10pm

Ideal for challengers starting or finishing at Kendal Basecamp, with convenient parking available throughout the weekend.

A nearby Pay & Display car park at Miller Bridge is the available option.

Please note that this car park is not associated with the event, and parking there is not included with your event booking.

This is simply an alternative parking suggestion for participants.

All weekend at Lakeside

Parking is available from Saturday at 5am through to Sunday at 10pm.

Ideal for challengers starting or finishing at Lakeside, with convenient parking available throughout the weekend.

Friends and family can book a Supporter Parking Pass to park at key event venues:

  • Kendal Basecamp

  • Lakeside – 50km

A convenient option for supporters looking to meet, encourage, drop off or collect challengers along the route.

Pre Challenge transfers

We have a range of shuttle services to get you to your start line before your challenge.

Kendal Station is the closest rail link to the Kendal Rugby Club Basecamp, with services on the main line from Central Manchester.

Use our shuttle services to make your journey from the station to the start venue as easy as possible.

Ideal for anyone starting at Kendal Basecamp.

Our transfer service will take you from Kendal Train Station to the start line at Kendal Basecamp, with regular departures during the following times:

  • Friday: 4pm–8pm

  • Saturday: 6am–9am

A convenient way to get from the train station to the start of your challenge.

Ideal for Marathon and 1st Quarter Challengers.

Park your car at the finish in Ambleside, then take our shuttle to the start line at Kendal Basecamp.

The shuttle will run once only on Saturday at 7am.

Your car will be ready and waiting for you at the finish when you complete your challenge.

Ideal for 1st Half Challengers.

Park your car at the finish in Lakeside, then take our shuttle to the start line at Kendal Basecamp.

The shuttle will run once only on Saturday at 6:30am.

Your car will be ready and waiting for you at the finish when you complete your challenge.

Ideal for 2nd Half Challengers.

Park your car at the finish in Kendal, then take our shuttle to the start line at Lakeside.

The shuttle will run once only on Sunday at 5am.

Please note: This is an early start, so make sure you arrive in plenty of time for departure. Your car will be ready and waiting for you at the finish when you complete your challenge.

Post Challenge transfers

We have a range of shuttle services to help you get where you need to go after your challenge.

Whether you’re returning to your parked car, heading back to your start venue, or connecting with onward travel, choose the shuttle option that works best for your journey home.

Ideal for anyone finishing at Kendal Basecamp.

Our shuttle will run regularly from Kendal Basecamp to Kendal Station during the following times:

  • Saturday: 5pm until the last train

  • Sunday: 6am–10pm

The service operates regularly, although there may be a wait of up to 45 minutes during quieter periods.

A convenient option for continuing your journey by rail after your challenge.

Ideal for Marathon and 1st Quarter Challengers.

Our shuttle will take you from the finish line in Ambleside back to the start at Kendal Basecamp.

Operating hours:

  • Saturday: 11am–7pm

A convenient option for returning to your vehicle or onward travel after completing your challenge.

Ideal for 1st Half Challengers.

Our shuttle will take you from the finish line at Lakeside back to Kendal Basecamp or Kendal Train Station.

Operating times:

  • Saturday: 12pm (midday) until the last train

  • Sunday: 7am — for those staying onsite, either camping or at the YMCA accommodation, and heading back to Kendal Basecamp or Kendal Train Station.

A convenient option for returning to your vehicle, accommodation or onward rail travel.

Camping - Friday &/or Saturday night

kendal (basecamp)

Camp at Kendal Basecamp on Friday and/or Saturday night before or during your challenge.

Camping Options

Inclusive Package: Includes a pre-pitched tent and roll mat. Bring your own sleeping bag and personal equipment. Parking included.

Pitch Only / Campervan: Bring your own tent or campervan and all camping equipment. Parking included.

Extra Campers: Add extra people to an existing Pitch Only / Campervan booking by selecting Extra Campers for the relevant location and night.

Facilities
Hot showers, rest area, changing rooms and hot drinks are available to all campers.

Important Camping Rules

  • No dogs or pets at any event venue, including campsites.

  • Prohibited: Gas canisters, petrol-fuelled cookers, and portable or disposable BBQs.

  • Stove safety: Camping stoves must be raised at least 30cm off the ground and never used inside tents.

For one person, with the option to camp on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Your package includes:

  • Pre-pitched tent

  • Roll mat

  • Parking

Bring your own sleeping bag and personal camping essentials.

For two people sharing one tent, with the option to camp on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Your package includes:

  • Pre-pitched tent

  • Roll mat for each person

  • Parking

Bring your own sleeping bags and personal camping essentials.

For one person, with the option to camp on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Bring your own tent and roll mat. Parking is included with your pitch.

Suitable for a small, low-height tent with a compact footprint, with a maximum capacity of 2–3 people.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

For one person, with the option to camp on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Bring your own tent and roll mat. Parking is included with your pitch.

Suitable for a larger, higher tent with a bigger footprint, with a capacity of 4+ people.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

Add up to 3 additional campers to an existing camping pitch.

  • 1 night: £10 per person

  • 2 nights: £20 per person

Please provide the full name of each additional camper when booking. Names will be checked on arrival.

For one person, with the option to stay on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Bring your own campervan. Parking is included with your pitch.

Suitable for smaller campervans, such as a VW campervan, measuring under 5–6 metres in length.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

For one person, with the option to stay on Friday night, Saturday night, or both.

Bring your own motorhome. Parking is included with your pitch.

Suitable for larger motorhomes over 6 metres in length.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

Add up to 3 additional campers to an existing campervan or motorhome booking.

  • 1 night: £10 per person

  • 2 nights: £20 per person

Please provide the full name of each additional camper when booking. Names will be checked on arrival.

YMCA Accommodation - SATURDAY NIGHT

YMCA Accommodation (LAKESIDE)

Stay at YMCA South Camp, Lakeside on Saturday night, with a choice of dormitory or private rooms.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Facilities: Hot showers, rest area, changing rooms and hot drinks.

Who Is It For?

  • 2-Day Full 100 km Challengers – halfway stop

  • 1st Half Challengers – post-challenge

  • 2nd Half Challengers – pre-challenge

Sunday Breakfast

Breakfast is included for all Saturday-night guests staying at the Lakeside YMCA.

Important Information

Accommodation is limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

No dogs or pets are permitted at any event venue.

Shared female-only dormitory accommodation, sleeping up to 6 people.

Guests will have access to shared bathroom facilities.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Shared male-only dormitory accommodation, sleeping up to 6 people.

Guests will have access to shared bathroom facilities.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Shared mixed dormitory accommodation, sleeping up to 6 people.

Guests will have access to shared bathroom facilities.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Private twin room accommodation with space for 2 people.

Guests will have access to their own private bathroom facilities.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Ideal for groups, these private dorm rooms have 6 single beds.

Guests will have access to their own private bathroom facilities.

Linen (under sheet) is provided. Please bring your own sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

Camping - Saturday night

Lakeside

Stay at the Lakeside halfway rest stop on Saturday night with our Pitch Only / Campervan option.

Camping Options

Bring your own tent or campervan and all camping equipment. Parking is included.

Extra Campers: Add extra people to an existing Pitch Only / Campervan booking by selecting Extra Campers for the relevant location.

Facilities
Hot showers, rest area, changing rooms and hot drinks are available to all campers.

Who Is It For?

Saturday night camping is ideal for:

  • Full 2-Day Challengers – halfway stop

  • 2nd Half Challengers – pre-challenge

  • 1st Half Challengers – post-challenge

Important: Do not book Lakeside camping if you’re taking on the 100km Continuous Challenge.

Sunday Breakfast

Breakfast is not included in your camping booking and must be pre-booked separately. It will be served at the YMCA.

Important Camping Rules

  • No dogs or pets at any event venue, including campsites.

  • Prohibited: Gas canisters, petrol-fuelled cookers, and portable or disposable BBQs.

  • Stove safety: Camping stoves must be raised at least 30cm off the ground and never used inside tents.

For one person, Saturday night only.

Bring your own tent and roll mat. Parking is included with your pitch.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

Suitable for a small, low-height tent with a compact footprint, with a maximum capacity of 2–3 people.

Bringing additional people? They’ll need to be booked separately as Extra Campers.

For one person, Saturday night only.

Bring your own tent and roll mat. Parking is included with your pitch.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

Suitable for a larger, higher tent with a bigger footprint, with a capacity of 4+ people.

Bringing additional people? They’ll need to be booked separately as Extra Campers.

Additional Camper – £10 per person

Add up to 3 additional campers to an existing camping pitch for Saturday night.

Please provide the full name of each additional camper when booking. Names will be checked on arrival.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

For one person, Saturday night only.

Bring your own campervan. Parking is included with your pitch.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

Suitable for smaller campervans, such as a VW campervan, measuring under 5–6 metres in length.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

For one person, Saturday night only.

Bring your own motorhome. Parking is included with your pitch.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

Suitable for larger motorhomes over 6 metres in length.

Additional campers can be added separately as Extra Campers.

Additional Camper – Campervan/Motorhome – £10 per person

Add up to 3 additional campers to an existing campervan or motorhome booking.

Breakfast is not included and must be pre-booked separately.

Please provide the full name of each additional camper when booking. Names will be checked on arrival.

extra meals

Additional food is available from our catering partners, Extreme Hospitality & YMCA Lakeside.

Whether you’re camping at Lakeside on Saturday night or taking on the 2nd Half Challenge on Sunday and need breakfast, you can purchase your food here.

Please note: Sunday morning breakfast must be pre-booked in advance.

Available only to those staying at Kendal on Friday night.

Enjoy a hot meal, dessert and soft drink, provided by our catering partners, Extreme Hospitality.

Available to all participants, whether you’re starting your challenge on Sunday morning or camping at Lakeside on Saturday night.

Breakfast is provided by the catering team, YMCA Lakeside.

Please pre-book your breakfast in advance.

Baggage Transfers

We offer a range of baggage transfer services to keep your essentials moving with you throughout the challenge.

Send your bag ahead for access to a change of clothes or shoes, extra layers, camping gear, or those essential snacks when you need them.

Please note that maximum weight limits are strictly enforced and all bags will be weighed.

Prices are per bag.

Click the dropdown below to view pricing.

Please note: Baggage transfer services are available on the day by card payment only

Ideal for all Continuous 100 km Challengers.

Store your bag safely at the start at Kendal Basecamp, so you can leave your extra belongings securely before setting off on your challenge.

Ideal for Full Challengers.

We’ll transfer your bag from the start at Kendal Basecamp to the halfway stop at Lakeside, where you’ll have access to it, before transferring it onwards to the finish back at Kendal.

Maximum bag weight: 20kg

  • Under 10kg: £10

  • 10–20kg: £20

Your bag will be waiting for you at Lakeside, giving you the opportunity to refresh, change and restock before continuing to the finish.

Ideal for all Half Challenge participants.

We’ll transfer your bag from your start venue to your finish, so you can focus on the challenge without carrying your extra kit.

Transfer options:

  • Kendal → Lakeside

  • Lakeside → Kendal

Maximum bag weight: 20kg

  • Under 10kg: £7.50

  • 10–20kg: £12.50

Simply drop your bag at the start and collect it at the finish.

Ideal for all Marathon and Quarter Challengers.

We’ll transfer your bag from the start at Kendal Basecamp to the finish at Ambleside, so you can focus on your challenge without carrying your extra kit.

Maximum bag weight: 20kg

  • Under 10kg: £7.50

  • 10–20kg: £12.50

Simply drop your bag at the start and collect it at the finish.

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