Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South

Whinlatter, United Kingdom • 4 Jan 2026

Event overview

Lakeland Paws Whinlatter Tails South is scheduled for Sunday 4 January 2026 at Whinlatter Forest. The event is organised by Green Space Events Ltd as part of the Lakeland Paws season 4 series. Entry opens 25 July 2025 and closes 3 January 2026. The published entry fee is £19. The minimum age to enter is 16 or older.

Course and race details

The courses use a mix of forest roads and trails on the south side of Whinlatter Forest. Two distance options are offered:

  • 10 km with about 380 m of ascent
  • 5 km with 200 m of ascent

This south-side route is described as less technical than the Seat How route. Two dogs are allowed on this route and runners may compete without dogs. The event will be chip timed and marked. GPX files for the courses are available for download.

Additional information

The event page includes terms, cancellation and refund policies. The listed location coordinates and a what3words point are provided for navigation. The event is part of a series of Lakeland Paws events through early 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Route With 400m Ascent
5 km
5k Route With 200m Ascent
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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