The race is part of the Scafell Sky Race weekend and offers a single 21 km, technical trail distance. The course circumnavigates the Langdale valley including features like Pike O’Blisco, Red Tarn, Mickleden, and ridge/valley links via Cumbria Way and valley trails. With ~850 m of positive gain, runners traverse challenging terrain—rocky paths, scrambles, steep climbs and descents—while being fully waymarked. There is a 5-hour time limit, with the first finishers expected at ~11:45 AM, and a full finish by 3:00 PM. Participants receive a seed-bomb medal (recycled / plantable), post-race music and festival vibe, and support from the event village based at the hotel.
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Half Marathon
The Great Langdale 21 Trail Run 2026 is organized by Lake District Sky Trails, and will be held on Saturday, 6 June 2026, starting at 10:00 AM from the NDG Hotel, Great Langdale, UK. The route covers 21 km with approximately 850 m of ascent across technical trails and footpaths around Great & Little Langdale as part of the Rab Scafell Sky Race weekend.
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What is the Great Langdale 21km?
How long is the Great Langdale 21km?
Where does the Great Langdale 21km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Great Langdale 21km?
How can I prepare for the Great Langdale 21km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Great Langdale 21km?
The Great Langdale 21 Trail Run 2026 is organized by Lake District Sky Trails, and will be held on Saturday, 6 June 2026, starting at 10:00 AM from the NDG Hotel, Great Langdale, UK. The route covers 21 km with approximately 850 m of ascent across technical trails and footpaths around Great & Little Langdale as part of the Rab Scafell Sky Race weekend.
The Great Langdale 21km is 21km long.
The Great Langdale 21km takes place in Great Langdale, Ambleside, UK.
The Great Langdale 21km elevation gain is 850 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Great Langdale 21km?
The Great Langdale 21 Trail Run 2026 is organized by Lake District Sky Trails, and will be held on Saturday, 6 June 2026, starting at 10:00 AM from the NDG Hotel, Great Langdale, UK. The route covers 21 km with approximately 850 m of ascent across technical trails and footpaths around Great & Little Langdale as part of the Rab Scafell Sky Race weekend.
How long is the Great Langdale 21km?
The Great Langdale 21km is 21km long.
Where does the Great Langdale 21km take place?
The Great Langdale 21km takes place in Great Langdale, Ambleside, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Great Langdale 21km?
The Great Langdale 21km elevation gain is 850 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Great Langdale 21km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Great Langdale 21km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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