Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs – Saturday 13th June 2026 

We are delighted to announce our return to the Lake District for the Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs, taking place on Saturday 13th June 2026!

Join us in the beautiful village of Pooley Bridge, located at the northern tip of Ullswater, for a memorable day of trail running set against some of the most iconic views in the Lake District. With Half Marathon and 10km Trail Run options, there's something for all levels of runners.

Waterside House & campsite, provides an ideal base for both athletes and supporters, with stunning lake and mountain views, easy access to the course, and a great local atmosphere.

Event Schedule – Saturday 13th June 2026

• Half Marathon Trail Run – 9:30 AM
• 10km Trail Run – 10:00 AM

Event Location

Waterside House, Pooley Bridge, Lake District

Exact address and navigation links will be included in the final race briefing.

Event Distances

Half Marathon Trail Run

13.1 miles (21.1km)

10km Trail Run

6.2 miles (10km)

 Route Maps

• Half Marathon Route – Click here
• 10km Route – Click here

The routes are free to view and download, please do not click any pop ups. Please note that routes are subject to change and the final routes will be emailed a few days prior to the event.

Cani-Cross Friendly

This event is Cani-Cross friendly. Participants may run with one well-controlled dog. Dogs must wear appropriate harnesses and remain on a lead at all times.

Timing

We’re using Live Chip Timing, provided by Timing Up North, ensuring accurate and immediate race results for all participants.

The Finish Line

All finishers will receive:

 A bespoke Finisher’s Medal

Wild Deer Merchandise

A snack to help you refuel

T-Shirt Option

A custom event t-shirt is available as an optional extra during registration for £12.

Parking

Parking will be available on-site for just £5.00. Further details, including directions and access, will be provided in the pre-race info pack.

Whether you're a first-time trail runner or a seasoned athlete, the Pooley Bridge Wild Trail Runs offer something truly special in one of the UK's most inspiring natural locations.

PATTERDALE MOUNTAIN RESCUE

We are delighted to announce that this event will be supporting Patterdale Mountain Rescue.

The Patterdale Mountain Rescue Team is a volunteer emergency rescue service based in the Lake District, Cumbria. Established in 1964, the team provides search and rescue support for people in difficulty in the mountains, valleys, and lakes around the Ullswater Valley. Made up entirely of trained volunteers, the team is on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Their operational area covers about 140 square kilometres of some of England’s highest and most popular fells, including Helvellyn. The team responds to incidents involving walkers, climbers, runners, and other outdoor users, as well as assisting with searches for missing people. Since its formation, the team has carried out thousands of rescues, making it one of the busiest mountain rescue teams in the UK.

You can make a donation when you sign up. 

Mark your calendar for Saturday 13th June 2026 – we can’t wait to see you on the trails!