A stunning trail race based in the beautiful Buttermere valley. Set amidst a dramatic landscape of high fells, this is an incredible circular route around the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water.

It's an ideal route for all abilities, you do not have to be super-fast or an elite athlete to enter, perfect if you are new to trail running and looking for a new challenge.

Date: Sunday 26th March 2023 Start Time: 1000am

Distance: 20k approx.

Venue: Croft House Farm Cafe, Buttermere Village, Cumbria CA13 9XA.

The route will be fully marked so no navigation experience is necessary.

Briefing Notes will be available to download on the event website approx. 5-7 days prior to the event. Nothing will be posted prior to the event. Race numbers are to be collected at registration.


Terrain: A low level undulating route with a great combination of off-road running terrain throughout ranging from lakeshore trails, hard-packed rocky trails, grassy tracks and woodland singletrack. The initial part of the course is considered more technical as the terrain along the western shoreline of Crummock Water is generally wet and rough underfoot. The second part comprises more hard packed trails.

Entries: Minimum entry age 17 years old.

"I had a wonderful time at the Buttermere race on Sunday. Super course, super organisation, super friendly marshals, organisers, runners and supporters"

For full details visit www.highterrainevents.co.uk