Workington
Trail Running Calendar near Workington 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Workington for 2026-2027! We've gathered 90 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
Two clockwise routes around Ullswater from Pooley Bridge on 31 October 2026: a 20 mile route and a 24 mile challenge with an optional high level Glencoyne traverse.
November 2026
A ten mile road race around Derwent Water on 1 November 2026, organised by Keswick AC with Race HQ at Keswick School, tarmac roads, refreshments midrace and first aid provision.
Trail runs from Glenridding along Ullswater’s eastern shore with 10 km and 14 km options, boat transfers when possible, live music, local food stalls and compulsory waterproof kit.
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.
December 2026
Trail event at Whinlatter with two routes including a Seat How summit loop, chip timed and marked, walking is permitted.
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.
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.
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.
Marked, chip timed trail event at Whinlatter with 10k and 5k options and allowance for two dogs or dogless runners.
March 2027
Community run and walk from Pooley Bridge to Hallin Fell with a 13 mile out and back route, shorter turn back options, refreshments and family entries.
A new half marathon at Grizedale Forest on 7 March 2027 featuring marked, chip-timed trails, views over Coniston Water, no cut-offs, and the option to run with up to two dogs.
Trail runs around Grasmere with a new Half Marathon plus 10km and 5km routes, canicross friendly, live chip timing and limited parking in Ambleside.
A 70 km Lake District route from St Bees to Patterdale following Wainwright’s Coast to Coast, with structured checkpoints, mandatory kit and live tracking.
A multi day 300KM crossing of England on Wainwright's Coast to Coast route, crossing three national parks with structured checkpoints and a 112 hour overall cut off.
A 100 km point to point mountain ultra across the Lake District from St Bees to Shap, following Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route with checkpoints and live tracking.