13 Valleys Ultra
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Event overview
The 13 Valleys Ultra weekend runs Friday 25 to Sunday 27 September 2026 in the Lake District National Park. The route covers trail and mountain running over fells, around lakes, and through multiple valleys. The course includes regular check points and feed stations on all distances. Some events start and finish in Keswick; others start at Waterhead and finish in Keswick.
Distances
- 22.4 km - 2 Valleys Trail (Borrowdale, Bassenthwaite, Thirlmere)
- 58.4 km - 5 Valleys (Borrowdale, Bassenthwaite, Thirlmere, Ullswater, Haweswater, Windermere)
- 110.3 km - 7 Valleys (adds central valleys to the 5 Valleys route)
- 184.3 km - 13 Valleys (covers thirteen Lake District valleys)
Each distance is way marked. The 2 Valleys event lists a single check point; longer distances have regular check points and feed stations. The 13 Valleys event is described as intended for experienced ultra-runners.
Accreditation and fees
The event is registered with ITRA; finishers can earn up to 6 ITRA points, depending on distance. The 13 Valleys Ultra and 7 Valleys events are official qualifier races for the Western States Endurance Run. Five percent of each entry fee is donated to the Lake District Foundation. Earlybird and final entry prices are listed for each distance, and payment plans are available for several events. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.