Lake District Ultra 2027
5th-6th June, 2027
Join Team Children with Cancer UK in 2027, push your limits, and make every mile count for children and families affected by cancer by taking on the Lake District Ultra challenge!
Use code: CWCDEAL10 to get £10 registration, excluding 10km and 10 mile challenges.
About the Lake District Ultra 2027
Take on the Lake District Ultra Challenge and experience some of England’s most spectacular scenery. Whether you walk, jog or run, there’s a challenge to suit everyone, with 10km, 25km, 50km and 100km distance options available.
Starting from Kendal, you’ll take on stunning routes through the heart of the Lake District, surrounded by breath-taking landscapes, rolling hills and iconic views. Join thousands of fellow challengers and enjoy full event support, including regular food and drink stops, optional camping, and an unforgettable finish-line celebration.

How to Join
Sign up online below. Confirm the distance you’ll take on; choose a funding option which suits you – and pay the appropriate Registration Fee.
You’ll get a Confirmation Email, which includes a link for you to set up your online JustGiving sponsorship page.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
Fundraising Options
Option 1
CHARITY
FUNDRAISNG
Pay a small Registration Fee & Fundraise for your Charity (who then pay for your place)
100 KM
£10 Reg Fee & at least
£575 fundraising/sponsorship
50 KM
£10 Reg Fee & at least
£375 fundraising/sponsorship
25 KM
£10 Reg Fee & at least
£275 fundraising/sponsorship
10 KM OR 10 MILES
£7.50 Reg Fee & at least
£150 fundraising/sponsorship
Option 2
SELF FUND
WITH FUNDRAISING
Pay for your place & fundraise whatever you can (no event place cost for the charity)
100 KM
£199 Fee paid online &
fundraising whatever you can
50 KM
£139 Fee paid online &
fundraise whatever you can
25 KM
£89 Fee paid online &
fundraise whatever you can
10 KM OR 10 MILES
£49 Fee paid online &
fundraise whatever you can
Where your money goes
Every contribution is carefully allocated to fund critical research, provide essential resources to families, and drive greater awareness.
HOW WE USE
EVERY
£1
| Fighting childhood cancer | |
|---|---|
| Research | 44p |
| Supporting Families | 15p |
| Raising Awareness | 21p |
| Funds to support our cause | |
|---|---|
| Fundraising | 20p |
Cancer diagnoses
Every day, around 10 children and young people in the UK are diagnosed with cancer.
New treatments
8 out of 10 young cancer patients can now receive successful treatment, thanks to the specialist research we help fund.
Safer therapies
We are committed to developing safer and more effective childhood cancer treatments with fewer toxic side effects.
Funding research
We invest in crucial childhood cancer research that would otherwise go unfunded.
Help to fund lifesaving research
Every step helps fund research into childhood cancers, creating better treatments and brighter futures.
Support for families
in crisis
Your run provides emotional and practical support support for families families facing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Become a champion
for change
You’ll raise awareness and vital funds, helping to ensure no child faces cancer without hope for a brighter future.
Read more about the Ultra Challenge Series, and see if there’s another event that takes your fancy.