Beyond the Lune Winter Editions

Kirkby Lonsdale, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2025

Event overview

Beyond the Lune Winter Editions takes place on Saturday 20 December 2025 at The Royal Barn in Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2AB. The event offers three trail running distances:

  • 20 km
  • 10 km
  • 5 km

Entries opened 30 August 2025 and closed 15 December 2025. The event is listed as full and no new entries can be made. Entry fees were stated as £25.00 for the 20 km, £20.00 for the 10 km and £7.50 for the 5 km. Under 16s may take part if running with a parent or guardian. U10s can enter free when accompanied by an adult, with a maximum of two U10s per adult.

Courses and event services

All routes are trail runs with a mix of on- and off-road sections and start from The Royal Barn. The 5 km route goes out toward Casterton golf club and returns along the river, including the Mill Brow section. The 10 km uses local footpaths and bridleways around Casterton and Bullpot, returning via Devils Bridge and the river path to the radical steps. The 20 km tours Brownthwaite Pike (Bullpot), follows fell roads and bridleways to a trig point and cairn with views over the Lune Valley, then returns to Devils Bridge and the river path.

Navigation notes: the 10 km is recommended for those who can self-navigate; the 20 km requires self-navigation. All runs have a cut-off at 1pm. Event provisions include route signing, start refreshments, GPX files for longer routes, merchandise, marshals on parts of the courses, and finish provisions such as a hot drink or seasonal food and a finisher beer (age dependent). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

20 km
10 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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