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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 Runners at the new 13 Valleys Ultra Running Event in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Trail Runners at the new 13 Valleys Ultra Running Event in the Lake District, Cumbria
    13 Valleys

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    Lake District National Park, Cumbria

    Lake District National Park

    13 Valleys Ultra is an exciting new trail running event that will take place in the stunning Lake District National Park from Friday 29 September to Sunday 1 October 2023.

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    29 Sept 2023to1 Oct 2023
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  2. Man Running with his Dog at the Lakeland Paws Canicross Series at Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Man Running with his Dog at the Lakeland Paws Canicross Series at Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Lakeland Paws Canicross Series

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    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    017687 78127

    breezenetworkeden@gmail.com

    Keswick

    The autumn 23/24 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.

    This…

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

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    1 Oct 2023Open 09:00 - 10:30
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  3. Lakes in a Day in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Lakes in a Day in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Lakes in a Day

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    Cartmel Priory School, Headless Cross, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, LA11 7SA

    Telephone

    01750 725497

    info@durtyevents.com

    Cartmel

    A 50 mile ultra run, with 4000m ascent – a journey on foot from the very top of the Lake District at Caldbeck to the very bottom, at Cartmel, via the stunning Helvellyn Ridge and the western shoreline of Lake Windermere. It might not be the easiest…

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    7 Oct 2023to8 Oct 2023Open 08:00 - 08:00

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  4. Dark Skies over Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Dark Skies over Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Dark Skies Adventure Walk

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    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07932 015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Keswick

    Join Jo from JAG Outdoors for a walk around the forest at night!

    The walk will cover up 5 - 7 miles in the forest and out on to the fell tops just outside the forest bounds, depending on the weather and conditions.

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

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    14 Oct 2023Open 17:40 - 21:00
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    27 Jan 2024Open 17:40 - 21:00

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  5. Runners at the Langdale Marathon and Half in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Runners at the Langdale Marathon and Half in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Langdale Marathon and Half

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    New Dungeon Ghyll, Langdale, Cumbria, LA22 9JX

    Telephone

    01539433041

    running@brathaychallenges.com

    Langdale

    THE TOUGHEST UK ROAD MARATHON

    A beautiful, challenging marathon course set in England's most spectacular mountain scenery. The Langdale Marathon has a reputation as the toughest road marathon in the UK. Taking in two laps of the Half Marathon…

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    21 Oct 2023Open 09:00 - 17:00

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  6. Person Kayaking over a Waterfall, Promoting the Paddling Film Festival at Brewery Arts in Kendal, Cumbria
    Person Kayaking over a Waterfall, Promoting the Paddling Film Festival at Brewery Arts in Kendal, Cumbria
    Paddling Film Festival 2023 Hosted By Lakeland Canoe Club

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    Brewery Arts, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    01539725133

    sales@breweryarts.co.uk

    Kendal

    Starts 7pm | Tickets £14 | U16 and Students £7 | Theatre

    Lakeland Canoe Club hosts the 2023 Paddling Film Festival, a collection of some of the world's best white water, sea kayak and canoeing films. Be inspired to explore rivers, lakes and…

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    25 Oct 2023Open 19:00 -

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  7. Run Yoga at Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Run Yoga at Whinlatter Forest in the Lake District, Cumbria
    Run Yoga

    Address

    Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TW

    Telephone

    07932 015383

    jo.jagoutdoors@gmail.com

    Keswick

    Join Jo & Laura for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter.

    The evening will start with a run, followed by an hour of yoga in the yurt, and finish with a short shivasna (relaxation) and a non caffeinated drink…

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    Whinlatter Forest, Keswick

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    3 Nov 2023Open 18:30 - 20:30
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  8. Poster for the Watchtree Half Marathon near Wiggonby, Cumbria
    Poster for the Watchtree Half Marathon near Wiggonby, Cumbria
    Watchtree Half Marathon

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    Watchtree Nature Reserve, Nr Wiggonby, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6NL

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    01228 712539

    events@watchtree.co.uk

    Carlisle

    A Half Marathon Run, starting and finishing at Watchtree, taking place over gently undulating hills and quiet local roads around the reserve.

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    19 Nov 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00

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  9. Informational Poster for the Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Road Race in Brampton, Cumbria
    Informational Poster for the Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Road Race in Brampton, Cumbria
    Brampton to Carlisle 10 Mile Road Race

    Address

    William Howard School, Longtown Rd, Brampton, Cumbria, CA8 1AR

    Telephone

    07907698983

    info@borderharriers.co.uk

    Brampton

    10 Mile Road Running Race

    Dates

    From:
    19 Nov 2023Open 10:00 - 12:30

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  10. Runners at the Christmas Pudding 10K in Langdale, Lake District
    Runners at the Christmas Pudding 10K in Langdale, Lake District
    Christmas Pudding 10K

    Address

    New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, New Dungeon, Ghyll Hotel, Langdale, Cumbria, LA22 9JX

    Telephone

    015394 39749

    running@brathaychallenges.com

    Ghyll Hotel, Langdale

    A 10K course through the beautiful Great Langdale valley. The Langdale Christmas Pudding run has become a popular event to start the festive season.

    With over 1000 entered at it's peak, the race appeals to all who enjoy the fun side of running.…

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    From:
    9 Dec 2023Open 12:10 - 15:00

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  11. Runners at the Coniston 14 road race in Coniston, Lake District
    Runners at the Coniston 14 road race in Coniston, Lake District
    Coniston 14 Road Race

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    John Ruskin School, Lake Rd, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8EW

    Telephone

    +447884490810

    janettemaude@hotmail.com

    Coniston

    14 mile road race

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    From:
    23 Mar 2024Open 11:00 - 15:00

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  12. Logo for the Maverick Adidas Terrex X-Series Lake District 2024 in Grasmere, Lake District
    Logo for the Maverick Adidas Terrex X-Series Lake District 2024 in Grasmere, Lake District
    Maverick Adidas Terrex X-Series Lake District 2024

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    Grasmere Lakeland Sports & Show, The Showfield, Stock Ln, Grasmere, England, LA22 9SL

    Telephone

    07377512801

    info@maverick-race.com

    Stock Ln, Grasmere

    Trail running event staring and finishing in Grasmere - taking in the stunning mountains and views of the Lake District. Choose from 1 of 4 routes; 52km, 44km, 26km or 14km. Chill out post race in our event village with an ice cold Tenzing and a…

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    From:
    14 Sept 2024Open 07:00 - 19:00

    Add Maverick Adidas Terrex X-Series Lake District 2024 to your Itinerary

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