Muncaster Luck

Ravenglass, United Kingdom • 15 Mar 2026

Event details

The event takes place on Sun 15 Mar 2026 in the Lake District, England. It is a BM category fell race held at Muncaster Castle car park, CA18 1RD (grid reference SD097966). The race distance is 15 km / 9.3 miles with a total climb of 620 m (2034 ft). Minimum age is 18. Junior races are not held.

Entry and teams

Entry is on the day only. Fee for entry on the day is £5.00 and payment is cash only. Pre-entry is not available. Teams are allowed with three to count.

Course, records and regulations

The current course differs slightly from the historical route. Recorded course times are 01:29:18 (male, 2024) and 01:48:49 (female, 2016). The race has a permit and associated UK Athletics insurance from the FRA. Competitors should note a 60 minute time cut-off at the first river Esk crossing.

Notes

Although the route is not on the high fells, navigational skill may be required and parts of the course are rough. Skills listed for the event are ER, PM, LK, NS. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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

A 23 mile winter walk and run around the Lyth Valley from Abbot Hall Social Centre in Kendal, passing Cunswick Fell, Whitbarrow Scar and Scout Scar. The event has mandatory winter kit rules and currently operates a waiting list.

Tackle a scenic but stiff 4.7 km fell race at Elterwater Common in the Lake District as part of the Helm Hill Winter League, featuring a 396 m climb and great views. Entry on the day, juniors welcome, bring winter kit.

Challenge yourself on a classic Lake District fell race from Ambleside, tackling 14 km with 880 m of ascent and spectacular views. Entry is on the day for £2 and competitors must be 18 or over, with a strict cut off at Loughrigg summit.

Trail running event at Grizedale Visitor Centre on 1 February 2026 offering Marathon (26.2 miles) and Half Marathon (13.1 miles) on forest tracks with some road sections and scenic views toward Windermere and Coniston.