Lake District Running Festival
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Event overview
The Lake District Running Festival is a two-day off-road running and orienteering event at Grasmere Showground on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May 2026. The festival brings together trail runners, ultra runners, fell runners and orienteers in the Grasmere area. Day parking, camping and showers are available for purchase, with Friday and Saturday night camping offered.
Races and formats
The weekend includes a mix of organised races, a navigation-based Trail Quest and family activities. Trail race options on Saturday include:
- 5.7 km trail run
- 10 km trail run
- 17 km trail run
- 10 km Nordic Walk
A Trail Marathon is held on Sunday. Saturday also features a Teddy Dash (under 5s) and a Kids Fun Run for under 12s of about 2 km. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult for the 5.7 km event.
The OMM Lite Trail Quest uses supplied maps and a compass; GPS devices are not permitted. Checkpoints around Grasmere earn points within set time limits. Options include solo or team entries (teams of two or three), long and short courses, and one- or two-day participation.
Entries and fees
Entries open 18 December 2025 and close 15 May 2026. The entry total listed is 192 so far. Example fees include: OMM Lite two days £85, one day £55; Grasmere Gallop 5.7 km £20 (18+) / £15 (U18), 10 km £30, 17 km £35, Nordic Walk £30, Marathon £55. All entry fees are per person. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
