Lakeland Trails in Staveley

4th May 2024  –  5k, 10k, 18k & 21k

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Are you ready for the Sting in the Trail?

Starting and finishing at Staveley Recreation Ground, the 5K Kentmere Sport Trail, 10K Kentmere Trail Run, 18K Kentmere Trail Race and 18K Kentmere Trail Challenge courses follow fully marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways, taking in panoramic views of most of the southern Lakeland fells. ***NEW FOR 2024*** We also have a 1/2 Marathon(ish) route for those of you wanting to go that bit further.

The trails climb out from Staveley above the Kentmere valley, before returning along the valley itself past idyllic tarns and through ancient woodland, climbing Reston Scar before the descent back into Staveley village. Underfoot conditions are quite variable and there's a bit of everything! Short sections of tarmac, grassy footpaths, stony bridleways with some stiles to climb over near the end, all add to the unique nature of the event. The NEW 1/2 Marathon course ventures a little further, over Green Quarter Fell, past the picturesque Skeggles Water before dipping into the dramatic landscape of Longsleddale. Refuel your tanks at the well-stocked feedstation at Kentmere Institute before picking up familiar trails home. Yes, that does mean The Sting in the Trail!

A carnival atmosphere is guaranteed for both spectators and competitors, with live music, race commentary, food and drink all available at the start and finish. So, whether you're new to trail running, an experienced athlete, or simply looking for an unforgettable day out in the Lake District, a family-friendly, festival atmosphere and some amazing trail running awaits you!

Entry

Kentmere Sport Trail 5k

11.15

£10

New Low Price

A shorter distance event for everyone over the age of 12, on a well marked and marshalled course, with graded runnable climbs and descents. There is a NO TIME LIMIT and to enter you must be at least 12 years old. You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

Kentmere Trail Run 10k Early Start

10:45

£29 / U25 £15

Exactly the same as the Trail Run 10k with an extra 15 minutes to complete the course. Ideal for fast walkers! You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

Kentmere Trail Run 10k

11.00

£29 / U25 £15

A shorter distance event for everyone over the age of 16, on a well marked and marshalled course, with graded runnable climbs and descents. There is a time limit of 2 hours and to enter you must be at least 16 years old.

NEW Kentmere Trail Half Marathon Challenge

11.30

£35

An event for less competitive runners and fitness walkers. If you want to take it easy and enjoy the views, this is the one for you. There is a time limit of 4 hours for the Challenge and to enter you must be at least 18 years old. There is one feedstation on the course. You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

NEW Kentmere Trail Half Marathon Race

12.30

£35

For the competitive runner, a well marked and marshalled course with fast, graded runnable climbs and descents for those used to off road running. There is a time limit of 3 hours for the Race and to enter you must be at least 18 years old. There is one feedstation on the course. You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

Kentmere Trail Challenge 18k

13.00

£29 / U25 £15

An event for less competitive runners and fitness walkers. If you want to take it easy and enjoy the views, this is the one for you. There is a time limit of 3 1/2 hours for the Challenge and to enter you must be at least 18 years old. If you expect to finish in less than 1 1/2 hours, please enter the Race. You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

Kentmere Trail Race 18k

14.00

£29 / U25 £15

For the competitive runner, a fully marked and marshalled course with fast, graded runnable climbs and descents for those used to off road running. There is a time limit of 2 hours for the Race and to enter you must be at least 18 years old. You will have the option to add a t-shirt to your entry for just £10. Checkout the News article and Ts and Cs for more information.

Course Maps & Profiles

Further Information

Public Transport

With bus prices are capped at just £2 per journey until the end of 2024, why not relax and take in the views along the route, save on the cost of parking and reduce your carbon footprint?

Staveley is on the 555 Bus Route from Kendal and the bus stop is only a minute's walk from the Recreation Ground. You can find the latest timetable HERE

The train station is only a 3 minute walk from the Recreation Ground. You can find the latest timetable HERE

Send us a photo of your public transport ticket for all or part of your journey and we'll award one lucky winner at each event with a FREE ENTRY to a future event. Email your photos HERE

Car Sharing

The environmental impact of travelling by car is much reduced if it's full so why not join up with your friends / running club members to travel together? There's always plenty to do in and around our venue and visiting local businesses helps support them too. Visit our Car Share group on Facebook HERE to start planning!