Tag: sport

The Long Lake Challenge, Windermere, 27 Sept

Amongst Cumbria’s most beautiful natural reserves and scenic landscapes, take on our kayaking challenge along the largest lake in England- Lake Windermere. This unique challenge will test your endurance as you paddle the 11 mile long course. You will have a choice of taking a rough zig-zagged path, or can take a smooth and easier …

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Cyclists to ‘Ride the lights’ at Blackpool 26 August

Ride the Lights is back on Blackpool Promenade on 26 August and is set to be as popular as ever. The annual event, which sees the Promenade fully closed to vehicles for one night only between 7pm and 10pm to allow cyclists to get a sneak preview of the Blackpool Illuminations, remains free, fun and …

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Could you swim from Blackpool to the Isle of Man?

Could you swim from Blackpool to the Isle of Man? That’s the question being asked of swimmers from August to October as part of an exciting new challenge which is running at Palatine Leisure Centre. Using new “Swimtag” technology which measures the distance you travel in the water as well as your stroke speed and …

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