Great Langdale 21

Ambleside, United Kingdom • 6 Jun 2026

Event Overview

The Great Langdale 21 is a 21 km trail race with 850 meters of ascent. It takes place in Great Langdale and is part of the Scafell Skyrunning Weekend. The race is based out of the Lanty Slees Stickle Barn in the Lake District.

The Route

The route is described as technical and goes through the valleys of Great and Little Langdale. The course is fully marked. The event is held within a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Event Details

Entry for the event opens on 04 October 2025. The entry price is £50. There is a maximum allowed time of 5 hours to complete the course.

Additional Information

The event centre includes the Lanty Slees Stickle Barn and its grounds. Participants receive a medal made of recycled paper mache with wildflower seeds. The event features live music. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

Half Marathon
Great Langdale 21
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