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Northern Traverse

Name: Northern Traverse
Start: 2026-03-28
End: 2026-04-01
Location: Saint Bees

Saint Bees, United Kingdom • 28-1 Mar-Apr 2026

The Northern Traverse® is a challenging 300km self-supported ultra race that follows Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route, starting from St Bees on the west coast of England and finishing at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. This spectacular event traverses three National Parks, featuring iconic landscapes and approximately 6,500 meters of ascent. Scheduled for 2026, the event emphasizes endurance and adventure, attracting participants from around the world. Registration opens in April 2025, with various entry fee options available. The Northern Traverse is recognized as one of the most remarkable ultra races globally. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Saint Bees

Race information

Website Registration

300 km

6500 m+

300km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Trail runs nearby

Wednesday Apr 9

Loughrigg Fell Race

Ambleside - 25 mi from Saint Bees

4 mi

The Loughrigg Fell Race is a popular early-season event organized by Ambleside AC, taking place on April 9, 2025. This challenging race covers a distance of 4 miles (6.4 km) with an ascent of 1,080 feet (330 meters), starting and finishing at Rothay Park in Ambleside. The route features a mix of ste..

Saturday Apr 12

Newlands Memorial Race

Stair - 17 mi from Saint Bees

The Newlands Memorial Race is a challenging running event taking place at the Newlands Activity Centre in Stair, UK. This race covers a distance of 11.5 miles with an elevation gain of 3609 feet, making it a true test of endurance for participants. Originally organized by Steve and Wynn Cliff, the e..

Wednesday Apr 16

Grisedale Grind

Braithwaite - 17 mi from Saint Bees

4 km

The Grisedale Grind is a challenging running event organized by the Keswick Athletic Club, set in the scenic Lake District. This race covers a distance of 4km with a significant ascent of 480m, following a forest trail to the Grisedale summit and back. Participants are required to carry mandatory sa..

Saturday Apr 19

Isel Cross Race

Cockermouth - 15 mi from Saint Bees

3 mi

The Isel Cross Race, organized by Derwent Athletic Club, takes place on April 19, 2025, starting at Cockermouth School in Great Britain. The course features a challenging route that begins with three miles on undulating roads, followed by a climb through Setmurthy Woods, and concludes with a downhil..

Saturday Apr 26

Eskdale Elevation

Boot - 14 mi from Saint Bees

20 km

The Eskdale Elevation will take place in Boot on Saturday 26 April 2025. You can run 20 kilometers.

Saturday Apr 26

Derwentwater Dawdle

Keswick - 20 mi from Saint Bees

23 mi

The Derwentwater Dawdle is a challenging 23-mile self-navigated running event that takes participants on a scenic circumnavigation of Derwentwater. The course features three significant climbs, offering breathtaking views and exhilarating descents. Participants will experience a mix of technical ter..