The Lake District

Keswick, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

Event overview

The RunThrough Lake District Running Festival takes place on 11th April 2026 at Keswick School, Vicarage Hill, Keswick CA12 5QB. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association (TRA) and held under UK Athletics rules. Entry options include individual and group bookings; listed entry prices are £90 for the 53k and £55 for the 23k, with group booking prices also shown.

The 53k race has a cutoff of 13.5 hours, with rolling cutoffs at each aid station. Minimum ages are 20 years for the 53k and 17 years for the 23k. Members of UKA-affiliated running clubs are eligible for a £2 discount when affiliation is declared at checkout.

Race details and inclusions

Routes start and finish at Keswick and pass local Lake District landmarks. Distances offered:

  • 53k
  • 23k

The 53k route passes Derwent Water and Seathwaite, ascends Scafell Pike into Wasdale, goes around Kirk Fell to Honister Pass, summits High Spy, and descends Catbells back to Keswick. The 23k route passes Derwent Water and Menesty, ascends High Spy, and descends Catbells back to Keswick.

Included for participants are live tracking for ultra runners, a themed medal, free official race photos, chip-timed results, post-race goodies, and a post-race hot meal. Aid stations are described as well stocked at regular intervals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

53 km
53k
23 km
23k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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