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Challenge Events

Sure, you can come to the Lake District, Cumbria, for a walk on the fells or to enjoy our stunning landscapes – but here, we know how to test your competitive edge too.

Throughout the year, we host challenge events of all kinds: from sporting competitions to quirky contests. Whether you want to take part or simply spectate, there’s sure to be something for you.

How about taking part in the UK’s biggest open water swimming event, or completing a marathon in a UNESCO World Heritage Site? We’ve also got an ultra-challenging sportive, as well as walks on Morecambe Bay (always to be undertaken with a guide).

Discover our local traditions with time honoured Cumbrian sports. Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling can be seen at sports shows in the summer months, while there’s also ghyll scrambling and fell running to discover.

Fancy something even more quirky? There are plenty of weird and wonderful challenge events – from a competition to find the world’s biggest liar, to who can pull the best (and most distorted!) face.

It’s time to show your competitive side: discover challenge events in the Lake District, Cumbria, here.

Don't limit your challenges,  challenge  your limits

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  1. Trail Pursuit
    Trail Pursuit

    Address

    Seathwaite Farm, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XJ

    Telephone

    07748 722282

    ed@trailpursuit.com

    Keswick

    Unique trail race festivals & adventure retreats for people who love the great outdoors.

    Dates

    From:
    27 May 2022to29 May 2022Open 15:00 - 17:00

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  2. Grasmere Gallop
    Grasmere Gallop

    Address

    Grasmere Sports Field, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SL

    Telephone

    07968836549

    info@grasmeregallop.co.uk

    Grasmere

    Grasmere Gallop has teamed up with the OMM Festival for an epic outdoor weekend in the Lake District.
    The weekend will have a variety of running and walking events to whet the appetite of first time racers and seasoned vets alike. There is an event…

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    From:
    28 May 2022to29 May 2022Open 11:30 - 17:00

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  3. Carlisle Tri Club 10K
    Carlisle Tri Club 10K

    Address

    Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 4TS

    Telephone

    00000000000

    clubsecretary@carlisle-tri.com

    Carlisle

    The 10k route uses mainly quiet country roads. The run will finish directly in front of the racecourse grandstand. This is an officially measure and certified accurate course by the Association of UK Course Measurers. There will be a water station…

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    From:
    1 June 2022Open 17:00 - 20:00

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  4. Jubilee Forest Fit Bootcamp
    Jubilee Forest Fit Bootcamp

    Address

    Cumbria, Keswick, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07932015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    A "royal" themed workout to celebrate the Queens Jubilee!

    Kick start your bank holiday celebrations with a fun, friendly, fitness kick in the forest! All abilities welcome, and we offer lots of adaptations to make sure you can work hard at your…

    Venue

    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

    Dates

    From:
    2 June 2022Open 09:30 - 10:30

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  5. Killington Sports
    Killington Sports

    Address

    Beckside Farm, Killington, Cumbria, LA6 2EY

    Telephone

    07949799388

    killingtonsports@outlook.com

    Killington

    A traditional old English sports meeting for all ages. 5PM START, slightly earlier start time this Year!

    £5 for Adults, £3 for Children
    GOOD PRIZE MONEY
    All our usual events
    CASH ONLY on the gate
    NO DOGS sorry
    9:45PM - We will be lighting the…

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    From:
    2 June 2022Open 17:00 - 22:00

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  6. Forest Fit Bootcamp
    Forest Fit Bootcamp

    Address

    Cumbria, Keswick, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07932015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Get Wednesdays off to a great start with a fun, friendly, fitness kick in the forest! Enjoy a fun-filled, varied fitness session in the beautiful surroundings of Whinlatter Forest. We will make use of the spaces, terrain and features of the forest…

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

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    8 June 2022Open 09:30 - 10:30
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  7. Lakeland Trails in Coniston
    Lakeland Trails in Coniston

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    Coniston Old Hall, Haws Bank, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8AS

    Telephone

    00000000

    mail@lakelandtrails.org

    Coniston

    A weekend of trail running in the stunning shoreline setting of Coniston Old Hall.

    Starting and finishing at Landing Point, Coniston Old Hall near Coniston village, on the Saturday the 10k Trail Run, 15k Trail Race and 15k Trail Challenge follow…

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    From:
    11 June 2022Open 09:00 - 17:00
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    12 June 2022Open 06:40 - 17:00

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  8. Half Marathon at Whinlatter Forest, Lake District in June 2022
    Half Marathon at Whinlatter Forest, Lake District in June 2022
    Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon & 10k

    Address

    Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78469

    info@wilddeerevents.co.uk

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Can you conquer Whinlatter? A challenging trail 1/2 Marathon or 10k in our beautiful mountain forest. Both events have some tough climbs but the effort is worthwhile with some fantastic views over this part of the Lakes. Runners will be rewarded…

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

    Dates

    From:
    12 June 2022Open 09:00 - 14:00

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  9. Staveley5k
    Staveley5k

    Address

    Staveley, Staveley, Staveley, Cumbria, LA8 9PR

    Telephone

    +447738077710

    tasha@t2.events

    Staveley

    This year we will be supporting Staveley to raise funds for the recreational upgrades.

    Suitable for the whole family, well behaved dogs included! Complete the 5km course and relax after with friends, BBQ food, ice cream from Kimis and why not try…

    Dates

    From:
    18 June 2022Open 15:00 - 20:00

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  10. Lakesman Triathlons
    Lakesman Triathlons

    Address

    Highclere, Wetheral Pasture,, Wetheral Pasture, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA4 8HR

    Telephone

    07917616863

    lakesmantri@gmail.com

    Carlisle

    The full and half distance Lakesman, will take place on Sunday 19th June 2022 in Keswick in the heart of the Lake District and features the classic 2.4 or 1.2 mile swim, a 112 or 56 mile cycle and 26.2 or 13.1 mile marathon run.

    Designed to appeal…

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    From:
    19 June 2022Open 06:00 - 22:40

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  11. HIGHLANDER Lake District
    HIGHLANDER Lake District
    HIGHLANDER Lake District

    Address

    Park Foot Holiday Park, Howtown Rd, Pooley Bridge, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NA

    info@highlanderadventure.com

    Pooley Bridge

    WELCOME TO HIGHLANDER,
    THE LEADING LONG-DISTANCE HIKING EVENT SERIES IN THE WORLD.
    100 KILOMETERS LONG TRIAL & FIVE DAYS TO COMPLETE IT.
    WORLD'S ICONIC LOCATIONS, NATIONAL PARKS & WORLD HERITAGE SITES.
    HIGHLANDER IS NOT A RACE, IT IS AN ADVENTURE…

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    From:
    22 June 2022to26 June 2022Open 15:00 - 20:00

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  12. Appleby Rotary 10k and Eden Valley Fun Run
    Appleby Rotary 10k and Eden Valley Fun Run

    Address

    Appleby Grammar School, APPLEBY-IN-WESTMORLAND, Appleby, Cumbria, CA166XU

    Telephone

    07540276320

    timjparkin@hotmail.com

    Appleby

    A 10k fast scenic one lap road race on a slightly undulating course set in the stunning Eden valley. Also a 4k fun run suitable for all

    Dates

    From:
    26 June 2022Open 10:00 - 14:00

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  13. Lakeland Trails Ultra
    Lakeland Trails Ultra

    Address

    Rothay Park, Vicarage Road, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DH

    Telephone

    00000000

    mail@lakelandtrails.org

    Ambleside

    Are you ready for your ultimate (but totally achievable) challenge? Then why not see just what you can do on one of our stunning ultra marathon courses?

    The Lakeland Trails 100K Ultra is our ultimate trail with its iconic midnight start, taking the…

    Venue

    Rothay Park, Ambleside, Cumbria

    Dates

    From:
    9 July 2022Open 00:00 - 23:50

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  14. THE ROC England
    THE ROC England

    Address

    YMCA Lakeside, Newby Bridge, Lakeside, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8BD

    Telephone

    01758 710011

    info@sensationgroup.com

    Lakeside, Ulverston

    There's no other endurance triathlon like it. Lake swim, 2 transitions 45km apart. 5 stages and Englands' highest mountain.
    SWIM | BIKE | MOUNTAIN | BIKE | RUN

    111km and 3,209ft elevation with a total ascent of 6,916ft
    A unique race from Windermere…

    Dates

    From:
    16 July 2022Open 08:00 - 18:00

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  15. Birmingham 2022 Queen's Baton Relay
    Birmingham 2022 Queen's Baton Relay

    Address

    Carlisle City Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8JW

    Telephone

    01228 598596

    info@discovercarlisle.co.uk

    Carlisle

    The Birmingham 2022 Queen's Baton Relay is confirmed to visit Carlisle during its final journey through England this summer.

    Birmingham 2022 is hosting the 16th official Queen's Baton Relay - a journey which brings together and celebrates…

    Dates

    From:
    16 July 2022

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  16. Netherhall 10k
    Netherhall 10k

    Address

    Netherhall Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6NT

    Telephone

    07706220769

    adj_09@hotmail.com

    Maryport

    10k Road Race, running through Maryport, Dearham and Crosby

    Junior Races to run prior to the adult race

    Dates

    From:
    3 Aug 2022Open 18:00 - 20:30

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  17. Bank Holiday Forest Fit Bootcamp
    Bank Holiday Forest Fit Bootcamp

    Address

    Cumbria, Keswick, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07932015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Braithwaite, Keswick

    Kick start your bank holiday celebrations with a fun, friendly, fitness kick in the forest! All abilities welcome, and we offer lots of adaptations to make sure you can work hard at your level. We will be outdoors in the forest, so bring…

    Venue

    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

    Dates

    From:
    29 Aug 2022Open 09:30 -

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  18. Lakeland Trails in Keswick
    Lakeland Trails in Keswick

    Address

    Fitz Park, Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NF

    Telephone

    00000000

    mail@lakelandtrails.org

    Keswick

    With the fells resplendent in purple hues of heather, Lakeland Trails in Keswick is the perfect way to start the Autumn Series.

    Starting and finishing at Fitz Park, in Keswick, the 5K Derwentwater Sport Trail, 10K Derwentwater Trail Run, 15K…

    Dates

    From:
    3 Sept 2022Open 09:00 - 17:00

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  19. Maverick Adidas TERREX X - Series Lake District 2022
    Maverick Adidas TERREX X - Series Lake District 2022

    Address

    Grasmere Sports & Showgound, The Showfield, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SL

    Telephone

    07545017476

    info@maverick-race.com

    Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside

    Trail Running Event. Runners will run a pre-selected off-road route of either 50km, 40km, 26km or 12km. The route will follow Public Rights of Way and will be fully signed, with outposts in various locations along the route.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Sept 2022Open 07:00 - 19:00

    Add Maverick Adidas TERREX X - Series Lake District 2022 to your Itinerary

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  20. Ambleside 25K
    Ambleside 25K

    Address

    Rothay Park, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DH

    Telephone

    01539439749

    running@brathaychallenges.com

    Ambleside

    A fabulous new trail race held in association with the Ambleside 50k.

    The course takes in 25km of stunning Lake District scenery passing through Little Langdale, Elterwater and Chapel Stile and Langdale.

    Venue

    Rothay Park, Ambleside, Cumbria

    Dates

    From:
    11 Sept 2022Open 08:30 - 18:00

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