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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. Man smiling at camera on bike
    Man smiling at camera on bike
    Ullswater Epicman Triathlon & Multisport

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01257 251217

    info@epicevents.co.uk

    Pooley Bridge

    Ullswater Epicman Triathlon is based at Park Foot Holiday Park. You can choose either the Sprint, Standard or Epicman Middle distance triathlon races. The event starts with a 1900m, 1500m or 750m swim in Ullswater, followed by an undulating 90k,…

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    From:
    28 June 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00

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  2. Sailing boats racing on Ullswater
    Sailing boats racing on Ullswater
    Lord Birkett Memorial Trophy Spectators' Cruise

    Address

    Ullswater Steamers, Pooley Bridge Pier House, Pooley Bridge, Cumbria, CA10 2NN

    Telephone

    01768482229

    enquiries@ullswater-steamers.co.uk

    Pooley Bridge


    Join our spectator cruise for the Ullswater Yacht Club's biggest event of the year, the Lord Birkett Memorial Trophy race. You're welcome to bring a picnic, and our onboard licensed bar will be open, so you can toast the celebrations in style. The…

    Venue

    Ullswater Steamers, Glenridding

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2026Open 12:00 - 15:00

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  3. race for life image
    race for life image
    Carlisle Race for Life and Pretty Muddy

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    Bitts Park, Dacre Street, CARLISLE, Cumbria, CA3 8UZ

    Telephone

    0300 123 0770

    supporter.services@cancer.org.uk

    CARLISLE

    Run, jog or walk a 3k, 5k or 10k Race for Life event.
    Or if you fancy taking on a bit of mud, sign up for either a Pretty Muddy kids or Pretty Muddy adults event which are 5k and include 11 obstacles from climbing frames to mud pits.

    Venue

    Bitts Park, Cumbria

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2026Open 10:00 - 13:30
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  4. The image identifies the route of the road race
    The image identifies the route of the road race
    Walney Wind Cheetahs 10k race "Run the Wind"

    Address

    Walney Island Biggar bank road, Barrow In Furness, Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, LA14 3YF

    Telephone

    07709962321

    contactus@walneywindcheetahs.co.cuk

    Barrow in Furness

    Walney Wind Cheetahs in conjunction with ORSTED are hosting a 10km road race on the 5th of July 2026
    There will also be a childrens' fun run

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    From:
    5 July 2026Open 08:30 - 13:00

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  5. Wild Swimmers with swim the Lakes, Ambleside
    Wild Swimmers with swim the Lakes, Ambleside
    The Swim to Devil's Chimney

    Address

    Glenridding Car Park, Glenridding, Cumbria, CA11 0JS

    Telephone

    01539433826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Glenridding

    The Swim to Devils Chimney is another one of our favourite island-hopping adventures, this time on Ullswater. With it's 'Big Lake' exposure and dramatic views this exciting swim requires a good level of fitness… anything can happen on the way to…

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    16 July 2026Various Opening Times

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  6. Sea Wall 7 miler route map
    Sea Wall 7 miler route map
    The Sea Wall 7 miler charity run

    Address

    Port Haverigg holiday village, Steel green, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4HF

    Telephone

    07907417204

    theseawall7@gmail.com

    Haverigg, Millom

    7.2 miler , multi terrain, charity run event

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    From:
    19 July 2026Open 09:30 - 14:30

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  7. Montane Lakeland 50 & 100
    Montane Lakeland 50 & 100

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

    Telephone

    01257251217

    organiser@lakeland100.com

    Coniston

    The Lakeland 100 'Ultra Tour of the Lake District' is the most spectacular long distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the lakeland fells, includes in the region of 6300m of ascent…

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    From:
    24 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 09:00 - 23:50

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  8. Swimmers in Derwentwater with Swim the Lakes
    Swimmers in Derwentwater with Swim the Lakes
    Derwentwater Island Hop Swim

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    Derwentwater, -, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UP

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Keswick

    We indulge our obsession with swimming around islands on the Derwentwater Island Hop, and there is no better place in the Lake District to do it. This is one of our swim guides' favourite swim; it's a real adventure, has amazing North Lakes views,…

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    Derwentwater, Keswick

    Dates

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    1 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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    20 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  9. Runners in fancy dress running past Muncaster Castle as part of Race The Tide.
    Runners in fancy dress running past Muncaster Castle as part of Race The Tide.
    Race the Tide

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229717614

    info@racethetide.com

    Ravenglass

    Will you race the tide this August 7–9 2026?​
    Race the Tide challenges runners of all levels to tackle a one-of-a-kind 10km obstacle race in the Lake District. The spectacular course navigates wild, natural terrain where participants crawl through…

    Venue

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2026to9 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  10. Group Smiling getting into Windermere
    Group Smiling getting into Windermere
    Epic Lakes Swim Windermere

    Address

    Borrans Park, Ambleside, Borrans Road, AMBLESIDE, Cumbria, LA22 0EN

    Telephone

    01257 251217

    info@epicevents.co.uk

    AMBLESIDE

    Epic Lakes Swim Windermere is the final event of the Epic Lakes Open Water Swim Series and takes place from Borrans Park, Waterhead. You can choose either the 750m, 1500m, 3k or 5k distances, depending upon your age and ability. Bring the family and…

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    Borrans Park, Ambleside, Ambleside

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00

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  11. wild swimmers with Swim the Lakes sat on the edge of a Lake District tarn
    wild swimmers with Swim the Lakes sat on the edge of a Lake District tarn
    More Adventures in the Beautiful South

    Address

    Brathay Hall, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HP.

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Ambleside

    More Adventures in the Beautiful South is a 2-day swimming adventure in the beautiful South Lake District. We draw on our extensive knowledge of hidden wild swimming locations to bring you more of what you love: Relaxed and enjoyable swimming in…

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    From:
    12 Aug 2026to14 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  12. Hoad Hill Harriers Summer 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Summer 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Summer 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run

    Address

    Ulverston Park Sports Club, Pulman Road, Off North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9DR

    Telephone

    07739324267

    ljbayliff@icloud.com

    Off North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    Join us for our summer 10K race and mile fun run. Starting on the road, between the clubhouse car park and The Bay Horse Restaurant, this is a flat, fast PB course, weaving through Ulverston and down towards the coast road. It enters the bottom…

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    From:
    19 Aug 2026Various Opening Times

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  13. Glorious Gravel Logo
    Glorious Gravel Logo
    Lake District Gravel Epic

    Address

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

    Telephone

    07540888895

    hello@gloriousgravel.com

    Coniston

    We have three route options for this glorious off road adventure around Coniston and the Grizedale Forest taking in a great mix of challenging climbs and fast, flowing sections through the forest.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00

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  14. wild swimmers in the Lake District with Swim the Lakes
    wild swimmers in the Lake District with Swim the Lakes
    Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure

    Address

    Wasdale Hall YHA Hostel, Wasdale, Cumbria, CA20 1ET

    Telephone

    015394 33826

    swim@swimthelakes.co.uk

    Wasdale

    Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure – Experience wild swimming in Wasdale which offers adventurous swims in pure, clear water. Known as the birthplace of British rock climbing and home to Wastwater, the most dramatic lake in England. Wastwater is…

    Dates

    From:
    16 Sept 2026to18 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

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  15. Maverick Lake District X-Trail
    Maverick Lake District X-Trail

    Address

    Stock Lane, Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9SL

    Telephone

    07377 512801

    info@maverick-race.com

    Ambleside

    Come and give Trail running in the Lake District a try, with its rugged fells, stunning glacial ribbon lakes and market towns. 5 distances to choose from; 9km, 14km, 25km, 44km and 52km.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Sept 2026Open 07:00 - 20:00

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  16. Altra 13 Valleys Ultra
    Altra 13 Valleys Ultra
    Altra 13 Valleys Ultra

    Address

    Theatre by the Lake, Theatre By The Lake, Lakeside, Lake Rd, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ

    Telephone

    07525732421

    info@13valleysultra.com

    Lake Rd, Keswick

    13 Valleys celebrates the 13 unique valleys of the Lake District National Park which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site status, by linking them all together. You can choose between one trail distance: 2 Valleys (22km) and three ultra…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Sept 2026to27 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

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  17. People running through the lake district
    People running through the lake district
    Lakes in a Day

    Address

    Rothay Park, Ambleside, 1 Vicarage Rd, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9DH

    Telephone

    +447743093033

    info@durtyevents.com

    Ambleside

    Lakes in a Day Half Distance Run
    23 miles, 850m ascent – Want the excitement of being part of Lakes in a Day but without so much of the navigation element or the high mountains? This half distance trail option takes you on a journey from the…

    Venue

    Rothay Park, Ambleside, Ambleside

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2026Open 14:30 - 23:00

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  18. Cyclists with backdrop of fells
    Cyclists with backdrop of fells
    Cumbrian Cracker

    Address

    Grasmere Village Hall, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9TA

    Telephone

    01257 251217

    info@epicevents.co.uk

    Grasmere

    The Cumbrian Cracker is one of the original Lakeland cycle sportives, with Grasmere Village hosting the start, finish and Race HQ. For the 2025 edition we retain the 100 mile option together with the original 60 mile route.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Oct 2026Open 07:00 - 17:00

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  19. Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run
    Hoad Hill Harriers Christmas 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run

    Address

    Ulverston Sports And Social Club, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9DR

    Telephone

    07739324267

    ljbayliff@icloud.com

    Ulverston

    Please join us for our Christmas 10K & 1 Mile Fun Run. Starting on the road, between the clubhouse car park and The Bay Horse Restaurant, this is a flat, fast PB course, weaving through Ulverston and down towards the coast road. It enters the bottom…

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    From:
    6 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

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