Beat the Bounds, Patterdale

Event overview

Beat The Bounds, Patterdale is a one-day outdoor event on 4 July 2026 in Patterdale, Cumbria. The route largely follows the historic parish boundary of Patterdale and includes high-level terrain with navigation required. Bespoke route maps will be available to purchase and GPX routes will be provided in due course. The event raises funds for Patterdale Church of England School and St Patrick's Church, Patterdale.

Routes and entry

Distances and main ascent figures:

• Full Boundary: 28 miles, 10,200 ft ascent
• 1st Half: 16 miles, 6,500 ft ascent
• 2nd Half: 14 miles, 3,500 ft ascent
• Minibeat Downhill: 6 miles (family), downhill

Entry fees listed per route. Minimum ages vary by route: minimum 18 for full and 1st half; minimum 15 for the 2nd half when accompanied by an adult or following specified adult-to-minor ratios; children under 18 must be accompanied on the family/minibeat event.

Logistics and safety

Participants receive a tracker fitted to their pack, a bespoke race number, checkpoint food and drinks, and finishers soup and cake. Checkpoints include Kirkstone Pass, and cut-off times will be applied at Kirkstone Pass and Boredale Hause to manage safety. Public transport options are noted between Patterdale School and Kirkstone Pass for some starts. There is a no-refund policy and a parish resident discount and a specific discount for Long Distance Walking Association members for the full boundary event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.