Confront the ultimate test of mountain running in the heart of the English Lake District at the Rab Scafell Sky Race on Saturday, June 6, 2026. This is a genuine, world-class skyrunning event, demanding speed, supreme technical skill, and endurance over a relentless 38km course featuring 2,800 meters of ascent on single-track trails from start to finish. Starting from the iconic Lanty Slees Stickle Barn in Great Langdale, your epic journey will traverse the central fells and culminate with an ascent to the summit of England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike. Expect a "Tour de Force" of Lakeland terrain, including the thrilling and technical descent of the Great Slab on Bowfell, all within a generous 12-hour time limit that welcomes both elite athletes and aspiring mountain runners.
This professionally organized event is part of the prestigious Skyrunner® National Series and delivers a full mountain experience, complete with vegan finish-line soup, live music, and the renowned relaxed, supportive atmosphere of Lake District Sky Trails. Your entry fee includes electronic tracking, fully stocked mountain checkpoints, and a unique, plantable "Seed Bomb" finisher's medal that grows wildflowers. Optional extras like branded alpine goat bells for your support crew add to the adventure. With entries opening on October 4, 2025, this is your chance to secure a spot on a course that will challenge every aspect of your mountain craft. Are you ready to run among the peaks?
Races Offered
40K
Jun 06, 2026
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40K
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21 days remaining
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for June in Seascale.
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12.0° / 17.0°
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8.8° / 14.9°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 40m
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Avg rainfall
4.1 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
16.3 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.6)
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Humidity
80.4%
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Sunrise
04:40
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Sunset
21:48
About Seascale
Learn more about the host city, Seascale.
Seascale is a village on the Irish Sea coastline in Cumbria, in the north-west of England.