LAKE DISTRICT TRAIL RUNS  

Our extremely popular annual trip to the Lake District for Grasmere returns in March 2027!

We are excited to launch a brand new Half Marathon route alongside the sell out 5km and 10km Trail Runs.

• Saturday 20th March – Trail Runs
• Sunday 21st March – Duathlons

The fabulous trail routes are loved by runners each year, with many describing the 10km route as one of the most beautiful in the UK!

Event Location

The Showfield, Stock Lane, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SL

Google Maps - Click here

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About Grasmere

Set alongside Grasmere Lake, the village is surrounded by a panorama of fells and mountains. Grasmere is perhaps best known as the home of William Wordsworth, described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found."

For those looking for a multisport challenge, we are also hosting Sprint and Standard Duathlons on Sunday — more information here.

Route Maps

• Grasmere Half Marathon (NEW) – Click here
• Grasmere 10km – Click here
• Grasmere 5km – Click here

Routes are free to view and download (please ignore any pop-ups).

The brand new Half Marathon route takes in parts of Grasmere Village, Grasmere Water, Rydal Water, passes Rydal Caves, skirts around Loughrigg Fell to Ambleside Park and back to Rydal Water. 

The 10km route takes in parts of Grasmere Village, Grasmere Water, Rydal Water, and passes Rydal Caves at its peak.

The 5km route is perfect for beginners and follows a scenic lap of Grasmere Water.

Canicross

• This event is cani-cross friendly
• One controlled dog per runner is allowed
• Dogs must be on a short lead at all times

Start Times

• 5km – 9:50am
• 10km – 10:00am
• Half Marathon - 9.45am

There will be a separate start for cani-cross runners. 

Timing

Live Chip Timing will be provided by Timing Up North.

The Finish

All finishers receive:

• Event Medal
• Wild Deer merchandise
• Drink & Snack

Event T-Shirt

An exclusive Event T-Shirt is available to purchase for just £12 when you sign up.

Parking

Limited on-site parking is available for £4. We will accommodate as many vehicles as possible; some competitors may need to use public parking nearby if the ground is wet or the car park is full.