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Keswick Mountain Festival: The Ultimate Outdoor Adventure Experience
Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Lake District, Keswick Mountain Festival (KMF) is the UK’s premier celebration of outdoor sports, adventure, and live entertainment. Taking place from 16-18 May 2025, the festival offers an action-packed weekend filled with trail running, hiking, open water swimming, cycling, triathlons, and adventure racing, catering to all abilities—from beginners to seasoned athletes.
Beyond the sporting challenges, KMF delivers an unforgettable festival experience. Enjoy inspirational talks from world-class adventurers, test out the latest outdoor gear from leading brands, and relax in the vibrant festival village with live music, great food, craft beer, and family-friendly activities.
New for 2025, festival-goers can unwind in the lakeside sauna, take part in outdoor skills workshops, and immerse themselves in the Kendal Mountain Tour: A Night of Adventure Films, hosted at Theatre by the Lake.
Whether you're here to race, explore, or soak up the atmosphere, Keswick Mountain Festival is an unmissable weekend for anyone who loves the great outdoors.
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Season (16 May 2025 - 18 May 2025) | ||
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Friday - Sunday | Open |
£20 - £160
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From the M6 (traveling both North or South) take Junction 40 at Penrith for the North Lakes. From J40, follow the A66 West for approximately 17 miles to Keswick. The AA Route Planner and RAC Route Planner are an excellent way to plan your route to Keswick. Festival Location Festival site for Sat Navs is CA12 5DJ Whatthreewords – the main entrance is ///presides.stops.pavilions
Lancaster to Keswick Fri 16 May Lancaster to Penrith (train) X4 bus to Keswick – buses every 30 mins. c40 minute journey. OR take the scenic route and catch the bus all the way! 555 from Lancaster to Keswick, buses every hour. 3 hour journey. Manchester to Keswick Sat 17 May Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith (train) X4 bus to Keswick – buses every 30 mins. c40 minute journey. Newcastle to Keswick Sat 17 May Newcastle to Penrith (train via Carlisle) X4 bus to Keswick – buses every 30 mins. c40 minute journey. OR take the bus from Carlisle Newcastle to Carlisle (train) 554 bus to Keswick – see timetable for departure times. c 1 hour 23 mins journey.
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