Kendal Mountain Trail Runs
Saturday, 21st November 2026
The Kendal Mountain Trail Runs are back! Grab your trainers, set your training plan, and pack your bags because these glorious trail runs are taking over Kendal again!
Adidas TERREX Kendal Mountain 10km Trail Run
START: 11AM
The hugely popular 10km* is returning to take over the bustling streets of Kendal. Integral to the Kendal Mountain Festival, join over 1,000 Festival-goers in this high-energy run, visiting scenic landmarks and rugged fells used by the local running community.,,
The route is pure trail running, strewn with natural obstacles across tarmac, fells, fields and cobbled streets with lots of great ascents, green vistas, some hard-packed and grassy trails for a boisterous and thrilling descent through the town centre finishing to a roaring crowd of spectators!
*Please note this trail route is closer to 11.8km, but 10km has a nicer ring to it!
The North Face Kendal Mountain 50km Ultra Run
START: 9AM
A firm favourite in the trail runners' training calendar is The North Face Kendal Mountain 50km ultra run that takes place over the Festival weekend.
This undulating trail route is perfect for first-time ultra runners looking to take on their first 50km, experienced trail runners aiming to set a new PB and seasoned long-distance athletes.
Take the scenic route over the remarkable fells, circumnavigating Kendal and its surrounds. Immerse yourself in the local landmarks and geological features, including limestone escarpments, castles, a deer park and river trails.
Starting on closed roads in Kendal town centre, the course offers a fantastic day of trail running. Its spectacular finish, swinging into Kendal Mountain Festival Basecamp cheered on by hundreds of Festival-goers, makes it an ultra not to be missed.
NEW for 2026
The North Face Kendal Mountain 25km Trail Run
START: 10AM
What do you do when 10km is not enough, but 50km is too much? Launching this year will be The North Face Kendal Mountain 25km Trail Run.
A beautiful trail running route that catches the high-energy, scenic landmarks and rugged fells from the 10km, with the distance across undulating trails from parts of the 50km. There will be tarmac, fells, fields and cobbled streets, limestone escarpments, castles, a deer park and river trails.
Starting on the closed roads of Kendal, the route will take you across local fells with breathtaking views of the Lake District summits in sight, finishing as always to a roaring crowd of spectators!
This trail route is perfect for runners who wish to progress their half-marathon pace as well as experienced trail runners aiming to set a new PB.
Be the very first to sign up and join the community of runners for this perfect long-distance run.
The Kendal Mountain Trail Run Routes
Adidas TERREX Kendal Mountain 10km Trail Run
Distance: 11.8 km
Elevation: +267 m
The North Face Kendal Mountain 25km Trail Run
Distance: 25.7 km Elevation: +438 m
The North Face Kendal Mountain 50km Ultra Run
Distance: 50.1 km Elevation: +1069 m
What you get at the Kendal Mountain Festival
Fully Marked Course
Fully Timed
Online Results
Event Photography
Food and Drink Available
Bag Drop Area
GPS tracking on the 50k
Bring your own cup
In an effort to keep our trails clean and preserve the nature around us, we’re aiming to keep our outposts cup free. Please bring a cup or bottle to re-fill.
Your Mandatory Kit List
Runners on the 10k should bring:
Waterproof jacket
500ml of water
Hat or buff
Reusable cup
GPX file of route
Runners on the 25k and 50k should bring everything listed above plus:
Waterproof trousers or leggings
Additional long sleeve base layer top
Mobile phone (in case of emergency)
800 Calories (equivalent of 2 bars and 2 gels)
Minimum of 1 litre of water
Self-adhesive elastic bandage
Foil blanket
Gloves
Head torch & spare batteries
Adidas TERREX Kendal Mountain 10km Trail Run Photos
The North Face Kendal Mountain Trail Run Photos
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