Keswick
Trail Running Calendar near Keswick 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Keswick for 2026-2027! We've gathered 115 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
April 2027
A 100 km coast to coast ultra across the Lake District with about 3,500 m of ascent, self sufficiency culture and staffed Aid Stations. The route is unmarked but supported with maps, GPX files and a transported finishers bag.
A self supported 300 km ultra along Wainwright's Coast to Coast route from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay, scheduled for 3 to 7 April 2027.
Trail running in Whinlatter forest on 4 April 2027 with 9 km and 12 km routes, dog-friendly options, marked course and chip timing.
A 40 mile Lake District mountain route with about 10,000 ft of ascent, unmarked navigation, summit crossings and roadside resupply on a high and exposed course.
A community charity relay at Haverthwaite Station near Ulverston with mixed teams formed on the day and an entry fee of £3 per person. Parking is at the station and a free train service is provided for runners and spectators.
A 20.2 km fell race in Boot, Eskdale, on Sat 24 Apr 2027 with 1455 m of ascent, on-the-day entry for £10 and team entries allowed; the event carries FRA permit insurance and directs surplus entry funds to charity.
Final event of Lakeland Paws Season 5 at Whinlatter with two marked trail options including an 8K summit route to Seat How; chip timed and season prizes awarded.
May 2027
Trail running at Staveley Recreation Ground with 5K, 10K, half marathon and family fun trails, varied Lakeland terrain and on-site music and facilities.
A 14 km fell race in Coniston on 1 May 2027 with 1065 m of ascent, pre entry only via SI Entries and fees for members and non members; parking is at Coniston CE Primary School only.
Half marathon and 10K through Whinlatter Forest on 2 May 2027, with live chip timing, Canicross friendly entries and scenic views across Keswick and Skiddaw.
A 47 miles (75K) fully waymarked ultra around Lake Windermere open to runners and walkers, with GPS tracking, six feed stations and a bag drop at Troutbeck. Competitors must carry mandatory kit and complete the route within 24 hours.
A 14.5 km fell race on 8 May 2027 from Rydal Hall, Ambleside, with 914 m ascent. Entrants need fell-racing experience and map-and-compass navigation; the route is only partly flagged and has five checkpoints.
A 50-mile point-to-point trail from Kendal to Preston on 15 May 2027 with seven checkpoints, mandatory kit, participant tracking and a 13 hour cut-off. Pre-registration only, entry fee £95 and registration closes 9 May.
Keswick Mountain Festival, 21 to 23 May 2027, features multi-sport races with on-loch water safety, published results and measures to reduce single-use cups.
A long May fell race of about 37 miles and 10,000 feet of ascent, visiting Helvellyn, Scafell Pike and Coniston before returning to Great Langdale. The race began in 1988 after a 1987 test year.
Trail races around Ullswater with 33.5 miles, 21.5 miles and 10 miles options from Jenkins Field or Pooley Bridge, including feed stations and mandatory kit requirements.
June 2027
A 38 km mountain skyrace with 2800 m ascent across technical single track trails in the Lake District, starting from Lanty Slees Stickle Barn. No vetting is required and the maximum allowed time is 12 hours.