Grasmere Wild Trail Runs

Grasmere, United Kingdom • 20 Mar 2027

Grasmere Wild Trail Runs 2027

This event is the Wild Deer Events trail weekend in the Lake District, returning in March 2027. Trail runs take place on Saturday 20 March, with Sprint and Standard duathlons scheduled for Sunday 21 March. The venue is Grasmere Lakeland Sports & Show, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside LA22 9SJ.

Route options include:

  • Half Marathon (new): route via Grasmere, Rydal Water, Rydal Caves, Loughrigg Fell, Ambleside Park
  • 10km: route includes Grasmere Village, Grasmere Water, Rydal Water, passes Rydal Caves
  • 5km: scenic lap of Grasmere Water; described as suitable for beginners

Route maps are available to view and download. The event is canicross friendly; one controlled dog per runner is allowed and dogs must be on a short lead at all times. Live chip timing is provided by Timing Up North.

All finishers receive an event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, and a drink and snack. An exclusive event T-shirt is available to purchase for £14. Entry prices range from £24 to £32 depending on distance. Limited on site parking is available for a £4 fee; additional public parking may be required if the ground is wet or the car park is full. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Ambleside Sports includes a BOFRA fell race on 30 July 2026 at Rydal Park. The course is 1.70 miles with 800 feet of climb through bracken to a rocky summit and includes senior and junior routes.

Rydal Round on 30 July 2026 is the opening Ambleside Sports fell race, listed as 14.5 km with 915 m of climb. Entry is on the day only and competitors must carry full kit under FRA rules.

A 17 mile Borrowdale fell race with about 2000 m ascent, starting and finishing in Rosthwaite, limited to 350 runners and requiring prior fell-race experience.

A fell race on Farleton Knott with a 2.60 mile / 4.20 km route and 750 feet / 230 meters of climb. The course climbs the front of the fell, crosses the top and returns along the lower path; parking costs £3.

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