The Lake District
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Event details
The RunThrough Lake District Trail Running Festival is scheduled for 11th April 2026 at Keswick School, Vicarage Hill, Keswick CA12 5QB. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and held under UK Athletics rules. The 53k race has a 13.5 hour overall cutoff with rolling cutoffs at each aid station.
Minimum ages are specified: 53k - 20 years; 23k - 17 years.
Races and services
- 53k
- 23k
The 53k route passes Derwent Water and goes through Seathwaite, ascends Scafell Pike into Wasdale, runs around Kirk Fell to Honister Pass, summits High Spy and descends Catbells back to Keswick. The 23k route passes Derwent Water and through Menesty, ascends High Spy and descends Catbells back to Keswick.
Services included for competitors list live tracking for ultra runners, a themed medal, free official race photos, chip-timed results, post-race goodies and a post-race hot meal. The event information also notes well stocked aid stations at regular intervals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.