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Runs in and around Kendal
15 running routes in Kendal · 21 more nearby
Kendal offers a good selection of offroad running, with enough climbing to be felt. You'll find routes like Helm Hill and River Mint and Meal Bank.
Most runs are loops, and distances range from 5km to 17km.
Runs in Kendal
Cunswick Fell
South Lakeland, England
An out and back to Cunswick Fell. Starts with a climb past Kettlewell Crag up Kendal Fell, followed by a descent, before a second climb up…
Cunswick Scar
South Lakeland, England
Across fields and up on the fells. A loop of Cunswick Scar then back down to Kendal
East Kendal Urban
South Lakeland, England
A loop around the eastern area of Kendal on the street lamp lit Lancaster Canal Trail , streets and roads.
Helm Hill
South Lakeland, England
This is an area of open access land and there is a myriad of trails criss-crossing the hill.
Kendal - Low Park Wood Suspension Bridge
Kendal, Westmorland and Furness
This out-and-back route heads from Scroggs Lane to the Low Park Wood Suspension Bridge, following a mix of riverside paths and woodland…
Kendal Mountain Festival 10 (revised route)
Kendal, The Lake District National Park, England
A scenic and challenging run up and around the ridge of Cunswick Scar.
Kendal Queen’s Road to Sizergh Castle
Kendal, Westmorland and Furness
After skirting the edge of Serpentine Woods, the route heads to the top of Cunswick Scar, then along the full length of Scout Scar, past…
Kendal Shit Runners Club River Loop
Kendal, Westmorland and Furness
The loop takes in both sides of the River Kent, crossing it twice, and passes close to landmarks like the County Hall on Stricklandgate and…
Kent Valley South Kendal
South Lakeland, England
A loop along the Kent Valley to the south of Kendal.
River Kent and Canal Trail
South Lakeland, England
A flat route along the banks of the River Kent (with a detour through some residential streets to avoid the water treatment works) before…
River Mint and Meal Bank
South Lakeland, England
A loop around Meal Bank along both sides of the River Mint, starting from the Shap Road.
Scout Scar and Cunswick Scar
South Lakeland, England
From Brigsteer Road heads over the A591 towards Scout Scar, following the Scar past the Mushroom, then crossing the road to head to…
Sh*t Runners Club Kendal Canal Path 5km
Kendal, Westmorland and Furness
The circuit follows the Lancaster Canal Trail for a good stretch, providing a smooth, traffic-free surface for much of the way.
Sh*t Runners Club Kendal Two Rivers 5km
Kendal, Westmorland and Furness
The circuit is essentially flat, with only about 15 metres of climbing spread gently around the course.
West Kendal Urban
South Lakeland, England
A loop around the western area of Kendal on street lamp lit roads and streets.
Runs around Kendal
Within roughly 10 km, sorted by distance.
Anytime Race 3: Scout Scar
Kendal, Cumbria, England
Starting beside the Church of Saint John in Helsington, the run begins with a small rise and dip to cross Brigsteer Road before committing…
Anytime Race 5: Staveley
Staveley, Cumbria, England
An anticlockwise loop from Staveley that climbs steadily onto open fell towards Potter Tarn, mixing firm tracks with rougher sections…
INOV8 Staveley 3 Rivers and Plantation
South Lakeland, England
Lanes, tracks and grassy paths. The course then drops into the valley before a short steep climb out again.
Gurnal Dubs
South Lakeland, England
It’s then downhill on grassy trails before the final run in down to the river on lanes and a short riverside path back to the start.
INOV8 Reston Scar
South Lakeland, England
From the bridge behind Staveley Mill Yard. A shared start and finish with an anticlockwise loop around Reston Scar.
Staveley back of the woods
South Lakeland, England
A flat start before a gradual climb of about 150 metres gain to the course high point.
Skamper INOV8 Wainwrights Round
South Lakeland, England
The Skamper INOV8 - 8 Wainwrights RoundStarting at Staveley Mill Yard, this run offers a demanding and scenic journey through the Lake…
INOV8 Winter Virtual Race November: Brunt Knott
Staveley, The Lake District National Park, England
This clockwise loop of Brunt Knott provides a mix of terrain with rewarding views.
INOV8 Winter Virtual Race February: Gurnal Dubs
Staveley, The Lake District National Park, England
This anticlockwise loop combines varied terrain and rewarding scenery.
INOV8 Winter Virtual Race December: Elfhowe and Reston Scar
Staveley, The Lake District National Park, England
This anticlockwise loop around Elfhowe and Reston Scar is a scenic, mixed-terrain route with moderate climbs and rewarding vistas.
INOV8 Winter Virtual Race January: River Loop
Staveley, The Lake District National Park, England
This loop follows the peaceful banks of the River Kent, setting out from Staveley along the river's south side.
Staveley Riverside Run
South Lakeland, England
A run to Bowston on the Dales Way grassy riverside path. The return is on the other side of the river and again mostly on grass with a…
Staveley Tour of Kentmere Valley
South Lakeland, England
A scenic loop around the Kentmere Valley combines undulating trails, quiet lanes, and rewarding vistas.
Eskrigg End Loop
South Lakeland, England
All tarmac except small section of track at Eskrigg End.
Old Hutton Loop
Old Hutton
Around the quiet roads of Old Hutton
INOV8 Reston Scar Hill Climb
Staveley, Lake District National Park, England
A steep hill climb from Silver Street in Staveley up to Reston Scar. The route transitions from stony tracks to grassy paths, with…
Bendrigg 10
Old Hutton, South Lakeland, England
This course has voice direction cues and are described as if starting from Bendrigg.
Bendrigg 4
Old Hutton, South Lakeland, England
From Bendrigg, heading downhill to start before a climb after passing Peasey Beck.
Endmoor - Lanes and Canal
Endmoor, England
This clockwise loop follows quiet lanes and the scenic Lancaster Canal towpath.
Anytime Race 2: Whitbarrow
Crosthwaite and Lyth, England
An anticlockwise run around Whitbarrow Nature Reserve that heads through woodland paths, before emerging onto more open limestone ground.
Brathay Trust Whitbarrow
South Lakeland, England
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