Langdale Gala

Great Langdale, United Kingdom • 5 Jul 2026

Event

The Langdale Gala fell race takes place on Sun 5 Jul 2026 in Great Langdale, Lake District, England. The course starts at the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, LA22 9JX (grid reference NY 29574 06489). The race uses the same course as the previous year. Category listed is AS.

Course and format

The race distance is 2.2 km (1.4 miles) with 300 m (984 ft) of climb. Skills listed for the event are ER and PM. Teams are not allowed. The event holds a permit and has associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA.

Entry and age categories

Entry is available on the day; there is no pre-entry. Race entry is included with the Gala entry fee. Minimum age for the race is 16. Junior races are included for all age groups; age for categories is taken as at 31 December at the end of the race year. U18 participation in the senior race is to be confirmed. Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each category.

Records

Recorded course times for the current course are: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • Male record: 00:16:24 (2023)
  • Female record: 00:21:06 (2024)

Race information

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Road races of a Half Marathon and 10km through the Lorton Valley with a Cockermouth town centre start and finish. Live chip-timing, no cut-off time, and finishers receive a medal, merchandise, and refreshments.

Lakeland Paws returns to Grizedale Forest for a runnable trail event on wide forest paths. Choose between a 10k or 6k route, both chip-timed and dog-friendly. This event is part of the series' fourth season.

Tackle a challenging 2 mile fell race in scenic Barbondale, Lake District on Sun 8 Feb 2026, with 358 m of climb over flagged terrain. Part of the Helm Hill Winter League, pre entry or pay on the day; parking is very limited.

The Silva Night Cup - Keswick Golf Course will take place in Threlkeld on Thursday 12 February 2026.