Whinlatter
Trail Running Calendar near Whinlatter 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Whinlatter for 2026-2027! We've gathered 100 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
November 2026
Tackle a scenic but testing fell race in Dunnerdale, Lake District: 8 km with a 550 m climb over rugged hills. Pre entry only, join solo or as a three person team for a classic Broughton Mills Village Hall start.
Experience a traditional fell race near Wythop Mill featuring a 5.9 km senior route and dedicated junior courses for all ages.
Trail runs around Thirlmere Reservoir on 21 November 2026, offering a Half Marathon and a 10 km, chip timing and a finishers' medal.
Tackle Kirkby Moor's classic BM fell race on Sat 28 Nov 2026, a 10.5 km route with 490 m of climb across stunning Lake District terrain. Entry on the day from Kirkby Community Centre, with team entries and season trophies at stake.
December 2026
A blindfolded navigation challenge in Kendal where participants are dropped at unknown locations and must find their own way back on foot. Options include 6 miles for non-locals, 10 miles, and 15 miles; devices are surrendered at registration.
Marked, chip timed trail event at Whinlatter with 8K and 5K routes; the Seat How route allows one dog per runner and requires a harness.
A Lakeland Paws canicross event in Grizedale forest, part of the 2026/2027 fifth series. It features forest routes for runners and their dogs across three Lake District locations and is organised by Green Space Events Ltd.
A winter, unmarked 38 mile mountain circuit around Helvellyn starting and finishing at Askham Community Centre. Limited to experienced entrants, the event requires navigation skills, strict mandatory kit and offers minimal checkpoint support.
A Lake District fell race in Ambleside covering 4 km with 405 m ascent, pre-entry required and FRA permit with full kit expected.
January 2027
A timed uphill time trial from YHA Borrowdale to the Castle Crag war memorial on Sun 3 Jan 2027. The short 2.5 km course gains 200 m, offers pre-entry and entry on the day, live results, and refreshments for all.
Annual Lakeland LDWA challenge event returning for its 45th edition on 31 January 2027. Entries open 1 October for members and 1 December for non members.
February 2027
Road races around Cockermouth and the Lorton Valley offering a half marathon and 10km with chip timing, finisher medals and support for Blood Bikes Cumbria.
Trail event at Whinlatter on 7 February 2027 offering a 10 km route with 380 m ascent or a 5 km with 200 m; two dogs allowed and chip timed.
March 2027
A fully tracked 30 mile trail ultra around Morland in the Eden Valley, with mixed off road terrain, 3000 ft of ascent, four checkpoints and a 12 hour cut off.
A community out and back run and walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell with options of 6, 10 or 13 miles and post event refreshments.
A new half marathon in Grizedale Forest on wide trails and single track, chip timed with GPX files and an option to run with up to two dogs.