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The Lake District

Keswick, United Kingdom • 11 Apr 2026

Event Information

The RunThrough Lake District Running Festival takes place on Saturday, 11th April 2026. The event start and finish is at Keswick School, Vicarage Hill, Keswick.

Race Distances

Two distances are available:

  • 53k ultra-distance trail race
  • 23k trail race

Course Description

The routes are trail races through the Lake District National Park.

  • The 53k route passes Derwent Water, goes through 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, goes through Menesty, ascends High Spy, and descends Catbells back to Keswick.

Event Details

The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association (TRA) and held under UK Athletics rules. Start times are 8:00 am for the 53k distance and 10:00 am for the 23k distance. Minimum age requirements are 20 years for the 53k and 17 years for the 23k.

Participant Inclusions

The entry includes:

  • Live tracking for ultra runners
  • A themed finisher's medal
  • Free official race photos
  • Chip-timed results
  • Post-race refreshments and a hot meal
  • Kilometre markers and marshal support on course

An event village at the finish provides food, drink, and partner goodies. A discounted event t-shirt is available as an optional add-on during checkout. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Keswick

Race information

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UTMB 20K UTMB 50K
53 km
53k
23 km
23k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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