
Lake District Running Festival 2026: The Highlights!
It was a gorgeous sunny weekend in Grasmere for the Lake District Running Festival this year. Each year is unique to those who came along, so we want to recap 2026’s highlights!

It was a gorgeous sunny weekend in Grasmere for the Lake District Running Festival this year. Each year is unique to those who came along, so we want to recap 2026’s highlights!

Sophie took on the 24hr Ultra this year at the Lake District Running Festival. From mantras for night-time laps to revitalising bacon rolls, find out Sophie’s top tips for the ultra-curious.

Thinking about taking on your first trail marathon? OMM Athlete Chris Holdsworth shares his top tips on everything from training and nutrition to pacing, kit and course preparation to help you get the most from your day in the hills.

Designed in the contours of the full OMM (Original Mountain Marathon) event, the OMM Lite is the perfect introductory event to the realm of navigational racing. Learn all about it!

Adventure, navigation and a new challenge await. Discover why OMM Lite has become the perfect gateway into the world of mountain marathons.

From epic performances to first-time finishers, Race Director Carrie Gibson reflects on a memorable weekend in Grasmere and the moments that made the 2026 Lake District Running Festival so special.