Helvellyn Sky Ultra
The Helvellyn Sky Ultra on 18 July 2026 is a trail run traversing some of the most challenging trails in the central Lake District.
This event combines 57km of Lake District paths and trails with 3700m ascent.
If you’re looking for a serious challenge, this is one of the most technically demanding course-marked race’s the Lake District has ever seen.
Entries are open to all skyrunners that will tackle this ultra-distance route, taking in Striding and Swirral Edge amongst other wonderfully technical terrain, demanding that the competitors have superb mountain skills.
Organiser
Series
Skyrunner® UK & Ireland Series
– Next in series (18 July 2026)
– Previous in series (6 June 2026)
Distances/Events
57K / 3700m elevation
Source: https://www.runningcalendar.co.uk/event/helvellyn-sky-ultra/
Event Website: https://www.lakedistrictskytrails.com/helvellyn-sky-ultra-57k-3700m-vert
Coordinates: 54.537143, -2.9465118