HIGHLANDER Lake District
Join a renowned multi-day backpacking adventure through the iconic Lake District. With safety, food, water, and entertainment all covered, you’re free to focus on the journey and spectacular scenery.
- Fri 12 - Sun 14 Jun 2026
08:00
Age 8 & over
£189-£289
- 3 days hiking + 2234 m ascent
Event overview
Welcome to the UK edition of the famous Global Hiking Event Series!
An adventure of a lifetime with every detail expertly taken care of. You'll explore nature and experience a unique combination of physical activity and mental relaxation. HIGHLANDER is not a race; it is a hiking festival that you can enjoy with other friendly hikers from across the UK and abroad.
Embarking on the hiking trip was an exhilarating adventure that connected me deeply with nature, leaving me refreshed and invigorated. Heloise
Highlights
50km with 2,400m of climbing
Scenic three-day loop conquering fells, valleys, and Helvellyn.
Meals and drinks
A worry-free adventure with all food included.
Mountain campsites
Rest under the stars at lovely campsites.
Entertainment and activities
Evening camps, live music, workshops, talks, yoga and new friends.
Safety on the trail
First aid, medical and mountain personnel.
Transfers and luggage
Help with logistics, although you'll carry your own backpack.
At the finish line
Celebrate with a finishing party and rewards!
This event is part of HIGHLANDER Lake District.
Event details
- Average fitness
- Beginner-friendly
- Dogs allowed at venue
- Event village
- Teams
Route
- Check points
- Circular route
- Entertainment
- First aid
- Food stations
- Hilly
- Mass start
- Mostly traffic free
- Mountainous
- Navigation required
- No cut off time
- Toilets
- Water stations
- GPX available
Location
- Bag transfer
- Camping
- Free parking
- Mountains
- Toilets
What's included
- Camping
- Certificate
- Map
- Medal
- Post-race meal
- Pre-race meal
- Race photo
- Training plan
Sustainability
- Bring your own cup
- Lift sharing advised
- Public transport links
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
Fundraising
- Fundraising incentives
- Fundraising optional
- Fundraising support
How to enter
- Age 8 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
- Event merch available
- Fundraising optional
- Pay by instalments
- Series discount