Blackpool
Trail Running Calendar near Blackpool 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Blackpool for 2026-2027! We've gathered 58 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
A 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall estate on a 5.75 km loop with Solo, Pair and Team entries, live timing, prizes, onsite camping and food and drink provision.
A point to point 30 miles ultra along the coast from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle that includes a ferry crossing between Fleetwood and Knott End. The event features chip timing, aid stations and mandatory kit checks.
A category BM fell race of about 11.3 km with 415 m ascent around Waddington, marshalled and partially flagged with a trig point checkpoint and club prizegiving.
Trail trail running in Blackpool on a 10K loop with 10K, half, marathon and ultra options plus views of Blackpool Tower and local parks.
A community focused 5 mile mixed terrain race in Rimrose Valley Country Park, Waterloo, Liverpool, with a scenic traffic free course through woodland and canal paths and a themed medal for finishers.
October 2026
A six hour timed trail event at Cuerden Valley with repeated 5 km laps, official times and medals for finishers, and a donation to the park.
Trail half marathon around Rivington, starting and finishing at Rivington and Blackrod High School on 10 Oct 2026, organised by Chorley Women FC.
A waymarked 23 mile trail from Ambleside to Cartmel along Windermere with one feed station, mandatory mountain safety kit, camping and coach options.
Charity 10km trail run in the Ribble Valley with riverside and farmland paths, on-site gin distillery bar and proceeds to Chipping Football Club's new 3G pitch.
A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a single off road loop each hour until one remains; limited field, basecamp at Stephen Park and prize money.
A mixed terrain 5 km zombie run at Haigh Woodland Park with a flag life system, manual timing and a glow in the dark finishers medal.
A night time multi terrain 5k at Lawsons Showground, Blackpool with mud, water and dark sections; head torches are compulsory and fancy dress is encouraged.
November 2026
A five mile trail race in Sankey Valley Park, St Helens with marshalled routes, on-site facilities and post-race refreshments at The Ship Inn.
Inclusive Canicross at Mere Sands Wood with a timed one mile route and an optional 2.5 km social run on mostly flat woodland trails.
A five mile trail race around Billinge crossing three counties plus a Friday Smart Nav navigation event and post race refreshments.
A community-focused trail race on the Cartmel peninsula of about 8 miles / 13 km with local prizes, a special 10th edition item and proceeds supporting nearby community projects.
Tackle the sweeping slopes of Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race, a testing 6 mile fell route with 333 m of climb. Enter on the day at Hollins Farm and enjoy cake, local camaraderie and stunning Lake District views.
Charity multi-lap run on a 3.1 mile loop in Stanley Park Blackpool on 15 November 2026, raising funds for Breakthrough T1D with timed finishes and bespoke medals.
Category AS fell race near Darwen, Lancashire with a 6 km course climbing 305 m and proceeds supporting cardiac screening for young people.
Liverpool MoRun at Croxteth Park on 21 November 2026 offers 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km and half marathon distances to support Movember.