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Explore the Lake District

Perhaps the UK's most famous and popular national park, the Lake District is a haven for anyone wanting to get active in the outdoors. Its rugged mountains and steep fells are tailor-made for running, hiking and mountain biking, while its eponymous glacial lakes attract swimmers, kayakers and paddle-boarders. From mass-participation events like the Keswick Mountain Festival to more niche occurrences like attempts at the Bob Graham Round, the Lakes are certain to have something that catches your eye.

Events in the Lake District

Explore the full range of outdoor events in this dramatic landscape.

Conquer 8 peaks, all above 3,000 feet, over 2 days! Offering breathtaking views wrapped up in a serious adventure, this charity challenge promises an unforgettable weekend.
  • Thu 12 - Sun 15 Oct
  • £35
  • Entries closed
Keswick, Cumbria, UK

The Lake District 8 Peak Challenge

Conquer 8 peaks, all above 3,000 feet, over 2 days! Offering breathtaking views wrapped up in a serious adventure, this charity challenge promises an unforgettable weekend.

  • Entries closed
  • 20 miles hiking
  • Recycling
  • Newcomers
  • Plastic bottle free
  • Enter online
  • Fundraising required
  • Rural
  • Mountains
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Challenge walks
Walk, jog or run on a fully supported challenge from 100km to 10km amongst the finest scenery in England. From towering fells to glimmering lakes, the landscape is sure to delight all participants.
  • Sat 8 - Sun 9 Jun 2024
  • £39-£198
Kendal, Cumbria, UK

Lake District Challenge

Walk, jog or run on a fully supported challenge from 100km to 10km amongst the finest scenery in England. From towering fells to glimmering lakes, the landscape is sure to delight all participants.

  • Trail run
  • 50K ultra run 2
  • 100K ultra run 2
  • 10K run
  • Families
  • Newcomers
  • Music
  • Event village
  • Urban
  • Age 14 & over
  • Runs
Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.
  • Sat 15 - Sun 16 Jun 2024
  • £20-£25
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Mighty Hikes | Lake District

Take on a challenge and join Macmillan at the Lake District Mighty Hike - where you'll trek through the stunning National Park to support people living with cancer.

  • Hike 2
  • Recycling
  • Fancy dress
  • Event village
  • Park
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 14 & over
  • Walks
Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.
  • Sat 15 Jun 2024
  • £190-£210
Carlisle, Cumbria, UK

Rat Race | The Wall

Run or hike the UK's most iconic ultramarathon and conquer 70 miles in 26 hours over a fully waymarked journey through Hadrian's Wall country. Ideal first ultra.

  • 70 miles trail running + 3460 ft ascent
  • Recycling
  • Enter online
  • Event village
  • Rural
  • Sustainability policy
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Ultra runs
Grab a team mate and head to the Lake District to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.
  • Sat 6 Jul 2024
  • £39-£48.75
Penrith, Cumbria, UK

Pedal Paddle Peak

Grab a team mate and head to the Lake District to pedal, paddle, peak and party on this full-day, multi-activity challenge.

  • 15 miles mountain biking
  • 2 miles canoeing
  • 1 mile mountain biking
  • 4 hrs hiking
  • 15 miles mountain biking
  • Newcomers
  • Enter online
  • GPS tracking
  • Fundraising required
  • Rural
  • Mountains
  • Public transport links
  • Age 16 & over
  • 12 hour adventure race
Head to the Lake District and take on the challenge of conquering England's highest mountain with a group of cat lovers to raise vital funds to help cats and kittens in the UK.
  • Sat 13 Jul 2024
  • £25-£55
Seascale, Cumbria, UK

Scafell Pike Trek

Head to the Lake District and take on the challenge of conquering England's highest mountain with a group of cat lovers to raise vital funds to help cats and kittens in the UK.

  • 1 day hiking + 964 m ascent
  • Enter online
  • Rural
  • Mountains
  • Age 14 & over
  • Hikes
The UK's most popular challenge cycle route! From the Irish Sea in the west to the North Sea in the east featuring 80 miles of traffic-free riding over one weekend.
  • Sat 17 - Mon 19 Aug 2024
  • £25
Whitehaven, Cumbria, UK

Sea to Sea

The UK's most popular challenge cycle route! From the Irish Sea in the west to the North Sea in the east featuring 80 miles of traffic-free riding over one weekend.

  • 241 km road cycling
  • Enter online
  • Fundraising required
  • Urban
  • Rural
  • Coast
  • Public transport links
  • Age 18 & over
  • Charity bike rides

Clubs in the Lake District

Join a running, cycling, swimming or triathlon club based in the Lakes.