Articles

Belgian Ultrarunner Karel Sabbe's Record-Breaking Pacific Crest Trail Run Showcased in New YouTube Documentary

Explore Karel Sabbe's record-breaking Pacific Crest Trail run in a riveting documentary. Jour..

Trail Running: How it Can Help Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Trail running is an effective way to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve physical and mental he..

Trail Running vs. Road Running: Which One Is Right For You?

When it comes to running, there are two primary options to choose from: trail running and road..

Coniston Country Fair

Name: Coniston Country Fair
Start: 2026-07-19
End: 2026-07-19
Location: Coniston

Coniston, United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2026

Event

The race takes place on Sun 19 Jul 2026 in Coniston in the Lake District, England. It is part of the Coniston Country Fair and is listed in category AS. The venue is Coniston Hall Farm, Coniston, LA21 8AS. Minimum age for entry is 18. Teams are not allowed and there are no junior races.

Course

The course distance is 9.7 km (6 miles) with a total climb of 732 m (2402 ft). Skills listed for the event are ER, PM, LK, NS. The event holds a permit and carries associated UK Athletics insurance provided through the FRA.

Entry and fees

Pre-entry is not available. Entry on the day is permitted for a fee of £6. Entry to the Coniston Country Fair (£6) includes race entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Coniston

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

6 mi

6 Miles

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

Trail runs nearby

Sat - Sun May 9-10

The Lap - Windermere Ultra Clockwise

Ambleside

47 mi

A fully way marked 47 mile trail around Lake Windermere, open to runners and walkers with 24 hours to complete. The route has GPS support, five aid stations, a halfway bag drop, a finishers meal and a locally sourced medal.

Saturday May 9

Lakeland Paws: Dogs @ Dodd Double Header

Keswick

5 km

8 km

Canicross at Dodd Wood on 9 May 2026 with two marked, chip timed loops and views over Bassenthwaite Lake. Choose an 8K route with 370 m ascent or a 5K route with 210 m ascent; two dogs per runner are allowed on wide sections.

Saturday May 9

Fairfield Horseshoe

Ambleside

15 km

A 9 mile (14.5 km) clockwise fell race around Fairfield that starts and finishes at Rydal Hall near Ambleside, with 914 m of ascent. The flagged route uses checkpoints and a cut off at Great Rigg and FRA kit rules apply.

Saturday May 9

Howgills Senior Fell Race

Sedbergh

A senior fell race on 9 May 2026 at Lupton Fields, Sedbergh School, run under Fell Runners Association rules with a fully flagged route and marshals. Entry is for adults aged 18 and over and the entry fee is £2.