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Borrowdale 21k Trail Race

Name: Borrowdale 21k Trail Race
Start: 2025-07-20
End: 2025-07-20
Location: Keswick

Keswick, United Kingdom • 20 Jul 2025

The Borrowdale 21k Trail Race, organized by Fellside Events, is a scenic trail running event held in the Borrowdale Valley near Keswick, UK. Covering 21 kilometers with 550 meters of ascent, the course offers a varied terrain including lakeshore trails, woodland paths, rocky singletracks, and bridleways. Runners experience iconic landmarks such as Castle Crag, Surprise View, Ashness Bridge, and the hamlets of Grange, Rosthwaite, and Watendlath. The route starts near Lingholm and finishes at Crow Park in Keswick, featuring stunning panoramic views and well-marked trails. The event includes safety support, medical cover, hydration stations, electronic timing, and a unique finisher’s medal, making it a classic on the trail race calendar. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

Website

21 km

550 m+

21k

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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