Trail Pursuit Lake District Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K

About this event

Set in the stunning Buttermere Valley, this trail running festival offers distances from 5K to marathon across the Lake District's famously rugged terrain. Runners tackle routes that wind past mountain lakes and waterfalls, with Gatesgarth Farm serving as base camp for the weekend. Beyond the racing, the event includes yoga sessions and lake swimming for those brave enough. The festival atmosphere makes it feel less like a typical race and more like a celebration of trail running in one of England's most beautiful corners. Proceeds support the National Trust's conservation work in the area, so every step contributes to preserving these landscapes for future runners.