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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Durdar Rd, Carlisle
PAY YOUR RESPECTS THROUGH RACING
Falling close to Remembrance Day, our Afternoon Racing on Monday 9 November gives us a chance to pay our respects with an excellent day of Jumps action.
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
AFTERNOON JUMP RACING
See out November in style and join us for a Tuesday afternoon of racing and a competitive seven-race card at Carlisle Racecourse.
We are proud to continue our partnership on this day with Hospice at Home Carlisle & North…
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Enjoy a Super Sunday at the Races
Come and join us for what promises to be an exciting day of Jump racing, and see what Carlisle Racecourse is all about.
From views over to the Lake District to superstar jumpers galloping up the Carlisle hill to…
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
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…
Durdar Rd, Carlisle
Get into the festive spirit on our Christmas Jumper Raceday!
Join us on Sunday 13 December as we step into Christmas at Carlisle with a festive day filled with fun for the whole family!
Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle
Coniston
14 mile road race
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