Pooley Bridge Trail Runs

Pooley Bridge, United Kingdom • 5 Jun 2027

Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs

Wild Deer Events returns to the Lake District for the Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs on Saturday 5 June 2027. The event is based at Waterside Farm and Waterside Campsite in Pooley Bridge, at the northern tip of Ullswater in the Lake District.

Event distances include:

  • Half Marathon: 13.1 miles (21.1 km)
  • 10 km Trail Run: 6.2 miles (10 km)

Route maps are available to view and download before the race; routes are subject to change and the final routes will be emailed to participants a few days prior to the event. The event uses live chip timing for race results.

The event is Cani-Cross friendly. Participants may run with one well controlled dog; dogs must wear an appropriate harness and remain on a lead at all times.

Half marathon entrants must carry mandatory kit for safety including a backpack or running vest with water, a lightweight jacket, a fully charged mobile phone and gels or snacks. Organisers will carry out random kit checks.

All finishers receive a bespoke finisher medal, Wild Deer merchandise and a snack. A custom event t shirt is available as an optional extra for £12.50. On-site parking is available for £5.00. The event will support Patterdale Mountain Rescue. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

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