Lake District Mountain Trial
The La Sportiva Lake District Mountain Trial, held at Side Farm in Patterdale, is a challenging fell running event testing mountaineering skills, stamina, and navigation over difficult and often dangerous terrain. Established in 1952, it is the longest-running event of its kind in Great Britain. The trial offers three courses: Classic (18 miles/29 km with 7,500 ft/2,300 m climb), Medium (13 miles/21 km with 5,000 ft/1,500 m climb), and Short (9 miles/15 km with 3,500 ft/1,100 m climb), with age limits starting from 14 years for pairs in the Short course.
The event emphasizes safe, fast route choice and orienteering ability, with pre-entry required and experience vetting for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Always double-check with the organizer's website – things can change, and we might have sprinted past a few details!
