Virtual running through the Lake District following the actual Lakeland Trails routes
The Virtual Lakeland Trails is a Club-Member exclusive event. Click HERE to find out more and sign up.
When the event is underway, track your progress from THIS LINK.
The event starts at 00:01 on Saturday 10th January and finishes at 23:59 on Sunday 22nd February
We've gone the extra mile to make it as easy as possible for you to track your progress, with automatic syncing from Strava so you don't have to manually upload your activities to see your cumulative miles.
Your progress is plotted along actual routes - no straight lines from A to B like you might see elsewhere, and with photos from the actual course at specific waypoints, it's the next best thing to running with the amazing Lakeland Trailers but from your doorstep. One runner's feedback that ours was the best virtual mapping out there!
- The Longer One: 250k following the longer 14-18k Lakeland Trails' routes, the full Marathon and 100k Ultra (a totally achievable 4k a day)
- The Shorter One: 150k following the 10k Lakeland Trails' routes, 1/2 Marathon and Ultra 55k
- The Mini One: 75k following the 5k Lakeland Trails' routes at Staveley, Keswick, Cartmel and Helvellyn; the 10k at Hawkshead, Coniston, Mini-Marathon & Ullswater and the 14k at Ambleside
Which will you choose?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 'Virtual' run?
Since we're not able to run together on real courses, a virtual run gives you the opportunity to run wherever you are and watch your progress on a map of the virtual course you have chosen to take part on.
Is there a time limit?
Unlike the real events, there's no cut-off time so you can take as long as you like over the six weeks that the event will be running for.
Do I have to complete the distance all at once?
The simple answer is no! Every run (or walk) you do will count towards your total mileage so you could do fifteen 10K runs or fifty 5K runs - or any combination that works for you. Please follow all laws and guidelines about exercise in your local area.
Do I have to run all of the way?
Like our Challenge events, it's perfectly fine to walk or run to cover the distance.
How is my mileage calculated?
If you've got a Strava account, you'll be able to link it up before the event so that our system will automatically updated your progress. Don't worry if you don't as there'll be the option to submit your efforts manually too.
Can I order some Lakeland Trails' Headwear?
We've had a number of requests for our headwear but our new system isn't quite ready to take orders for merchandise. We'll let you know as soon as it is and you'll be order headwear to be delivered with your Finisher's t-shirt.
Can I order an extra t-shirt?
Whilst we offered this in the past, it's logistically very challenging so unfortunately we can't offer this.
When will I receive my t-shirt?
The t-shirt's are 'Finishers' t-shirts but as we need to order and send them out all at the same time, we'll get them dispatched as soon as we can after the event has ended.
Can I select a Male t-shirt if I'm a Female (and vice versa)?
Of course! If you can't select the option you want, please DROP US AN EMAIL