The 12 runners, aged between 28 and 64, are all members of BodyFit, run by Sam Ayers, of Eaglesfield.
They have covered the 43km John Dalton Way in four weekly stages.
The group finished yesterday, at Kings Arms Lane, in Cockermouth, where a John Dalton Way plaque was recently unveiled.
They have so far raised £725 for Young Minds Trust, a charity dedicated to improving the mental health of children.
The John Dalton Way is a new 43km route that runs from Cockermouth to Seascale, linking areas of interest to John Dalton and atomic theory. The runners chose to start at Seascale.
Runner Andy Hayes, of Gilcrux, said: “We have done it in four weekly stages and battled all sorts of Cumbrian weather, including snow and rain!
“It’s been fabulous. Not only have we raised a shed load of money but we have gained a massive amount as a group, cementing friendships and inspiring each other to do more running.
“Each member of the group has their own story to tell, but all are united in their passion about the physical, mental and emotional benefits exercise brings to young and old alike.
“It seems appropriate we should direct our energy to help young people, particularly those who face mental health issues, which is why we have chosen to support Young Minds Trust.”
This year is the 250th anniversary of the birth of the scientist John Dalton, of Eaglesfield. The route was devised by a walking group, The Nuclear Striders, to commemorate this.
The runners were Andy Hayes, Moira Purvis, Christine Swallow, Shauna Bailey, Rosie Cumella, Jenny White, Tony Jewell, Denise Howie, Anne Eldred, John Eldred, Rachel Tickner and Cindy Quirk.
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