IMPORTANT NOTICE: GRASMERE SPORTS 2026
At Grasmere Sports we have been working hard to save money, and to make our sports more affordable. Everything right now is getting more expensive! So, we want to help people visit the Lakes, without it costing the earth. Our plan for Sunday 30 August is to reduce our ticket-entry price to £0 this year - completely free! - and to make a modest charge for parking instead.
This will particularly help local families, who will be able to come to Grasmere Sports for the price of a bus ticket. Please rest assured, there will be lots of affordable car parking for people who do need to drive here. But, if you can come to Grasmere on the 555 or 599 buses, walk, or cycle, it will be free!
Our goal is to encourage more people to get outdoors, and to take part in our traditional Lakeland sports. The best way to do this - we believe - is to make it easier for you and your family to take part. We would love to see you again at Grasmere Sports.
Gates open 10am, Sunday 30 August.
Paul Abbott, Chair, Grasmere Sports
Now one of the most popular traditional events in the English Lake District, participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland & Westmorland Wrestling, Fell Running, Tug of War, Paragliding, a Dog Show, and Hound Racing.
The annual Grasmere Lakeland Sports has been a regular event for over 170 years but, although we celebrate tradition we have embraced modernity. Runners of all ages are encouraged to enter the Guides Races online.
The next show will be held on :
Bank Holiday Sunday 30th August 2026
The Showfield, Stock Lane Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9SJ
Gates open at 09:00am.
Event opened by The Bellman at 10:00 am
For online entry to our Guides Race, juniors & seniors, please register with EVENTS UP NORTH.
Every year Grasmere Sports hosts a range of traditional Lakeland sports, including the iconic Cumberland & Westmorland Wrestling, Fell races, Hound racing, Tug o'War, Paragliding, and a fun Dog Show with classes for every dog .... and much, much more! There's something for all the family.
2026 HEADLINE ACT
Non-stop Fun!
Weird and Whacky bicycles, unicycles, Penny Fathings, bendy bikes, tall bikes, mini-bikes and mini-tandems, eccentric wheelers, circus bikes, balance trikes, fun wheels, pedal goes and more!
Try our unrideable bicycle challenge - steer one-way and it goes the other! Huge fun for all ages, participants and spectators!
Drum Nation is a Cumbria based community-led samba drumming collective.
Renowned for its energy and vibrancy, players have performed globally and bring the carnival atmosphere to any event.
First seen at Grasmere Sports in 2025, and booked again for 2026 to popular demand,
Look out for them strolling around the field as well as playing in the arena.
A superb, completely interactive Circus Skills attraction perfect for galas and fun days.
Ever wanted to run off to the Circus! – now’s your chance to try walking the tightrope, riding unicycles, juggling, diabolo, plate spinning, stilts, chinese ribbons and much more in this non-stop session for all ages.
With Sam the Scam, presenting Beat the Cheat!
A colourful Bunko Booth with traditional fairground and racecourse scams, including ‘Find the Lady’, ‘Prick the Garter’ and the ‘Three Shell Game’.
Lots of audience participation and fun incorporating clever sleight of hand, magic and comedy. A chance to watch the entertainment or have a go. You won’t lose any money but we guarantee laugher!
Everyone has heard of the famous “Find the Lady” trick but few have ever seen it - now here’s a chance to enjoy being fooled and entertained by a trickster with his old-time scams.
The Showfield
Stock Lane
Grasmere
Cumbria
LA22 9SJ
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