rUNNING rOutes
(More coming soon! But here's a few, there are so many to explore!)
Whinlatter Forest
If you like forest tracks or country lanes, here are a couple of routes to ease you into the hills of the Lake District. At Whinlatter Forest, there are many routes you can take, but this map will show you the running trails that are sign posted around the forest, from 2.5km to a half marathon!
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A map of some of the running routes in Whinlatter
A loop round the block
There are so many fell running routes you can do here, but if you fancy a little loop round the block on minor roads then this is a nice circuit. You can see the route and map via the button below. ​4.5 miles, 45 mins (depending on speed), 175m of ascent
An epic loop up Skiddaw
Walk it or why not run it! If you are feeling energetic why not run the Skiddaw round route, beginning with some country lanes before climbing up over the edge of Ullock Pike, to Carl Side and Skiddaw. You can come down via Bakestall and Birkett Edge, or take the slightly easier route round over Sale How to Skiddaw House. The follow track down from Dash Falls and back along the Cumbria Way to the campsite.
LAKELAND TRAILS EVENT, KESWICK; 5KM, 10KM, 15KM
Lakeland Trails in Keswick is A fantastic event for trail running with shorter distances for those who aren't ready for the ultra's just yet. The routes are well marked and marshalled taking in panoramic views of Derwentwater, and the surrounding fells. With music, food and drink available at the start and finish, its a great day out. Find out more online at lakelandtrails.org/keswick
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Lake District Running Festival
The Lake District Running Festival has been held at Grasmere bringing together the well known races of The Grasmere Gallop Trail Races (40 years old) and OMM Lite Trail Quest (10 years old), to create an epic weekend celebrating off-road running in the Lake District. It aims to bring together trail runners, ultra runners, fell runners & orienteers of all abilities in an iconic location to race, relax & enjoy.
We've had many campers stay here during the weekend as we're only a short drive away to unwind and relax after the race, so why not join them and book your race ticket then book your camping spot at Kestrel Lodge Campsite Find out more at lakedistrictrunningfestival.com
