Sat 1 Nov 2025 Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Ullswater Way & Challenge

The twenty mile Ullswater Way opened at Easter 2016 and the inaugural event was in October 2016.

2 races

  • Sat 1 Nov
  • #1 of 2
Pooley Bridge, Penrith

20 Miles

08:00

Age 16 & over

£35

  • 20 miles fell running
  • Sat 1 Nov
  • #2 of 2
Pooley Bridge, Penrith

24 Miles

08:00

Age 16 & over

£40

  • 24 miles fell running

Event overview

Fast forward and we now offer two versions; The original low level twenty mile route, or the Challenge route - adding four miles and significant elevation via the high level fell path around the head of Glencoyne from Glenridding to Gowbarrow. A great day out and glorious views are assured… subject to weather! Please note, This is NOT a race; considerate runners are welcome but please expect to give way to walkers and other users.

Event details

  • Average fitness
  • Event village
  • Newcomers

Races at event

  • Sat 1 Nov
  • #1 of 2
Pooley Bridge, Penrith
20 Miles

08:00

Age 16 & over

£35

  • 20 miles fell running
  • Sat 1 Nov
  • #2 of 2
Pooley Bridge, Penrith
24 Miles

08:00

Age 16 & over

£40

  • 24 miles fell running

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