A NEW race around Windermere and the surrounding area has been launched.

Participants in THE LAP will have 24 hours to complete the 45-mile route around the lake.

Event director Davy Newell said: “It all started with an old map filled with crossings outs and notes. From this, the route was born. We set out to create the most beautiful race we could on trails we love.”

Bowness Bay Brewing is offering a £400 cash prize to the first woman and man over the line.

The inaugural LAP will commence on Saturday, September 7 from YMCA Lakeside. Entries are still being taken but will be capped at 300. Visit www.thelap.co.uk for more information.