Starting and finishing on the shores of Ullswater in Glenridding, the 5k Helvellyn Sport Trail, 10k Helvellyn Trail Run, 15k Helvellyn Trail Race and 15k Helvellyn Trail Challenge follow circuits along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways that take you into the foothills of Helvellyn, with elevated panoramic views of Ullswater, and dramatic vistas of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running, but can be tricky in places.
10:45
£30
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Exactly the same as the Trail Run 10k with an extra 15 minutes on the course. Ideal for fast walkers!
11.00
£30
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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.
11:15
£22 / £10 - U16
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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 time limit of 1 3/4 hours and to enter you must be at least 12 years old.
13:00
£30
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Exactly the same course as the Trail Challenge 15k, with an extra 15 minutes to complete it. Ideal for fast walkers!
13.15
£30
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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 1/4 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.
14.00
£30
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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.
The 2022 Event Guide is available to download HERE. The 2023 Guide and Start Lists will be published in good time before the event.
Provisional Timetable
08.45 Car Park opens
09.00 Registration opens in the registration marquee at Jenkins Field
10.45 Helvellyn Trail Run 10k Early Start
11.00 Helvellyn Trail Run 10k START
11.15 Helvellyn Sport Trail 5k START
12.30 Fun Trails with Zeraffa the Giraffe
13.00 Helvellyn Trail Challenge 15k Early Start
13.15 Helvellyn Trail Challenge 15k START
14.00 Helvellyn Trail Race 15k START
15.30 Après Trails live music with singer / songwriter Pete Lashley
16.30 Prize giving & spot prize giving
The event requires over 50 marshals and stewards, so if you want to volunteer to help us in any way we would love to hear from you. Check out our volunteers' page for more details.
Why not relax and take in the stunning scenery along the route, save on the cost of parking and reduce your carbon footprint?
Glenridding is on the 508 Bus Route from Penrith - perfect to link up with the West Coast Mainline trains. The bus stopis only a few minute's walk from Jenkin's Field. 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
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!