Trail Running calendar near Chorley 2025-2026

Take on the Fellrunner at Heptonstall Festival, a scenic 9.5 km fell race with about 500 m of climb in the South West Pennines. Finish to live music, food stalls and a free pint; entry on the day £7.

Tackle a classic Peak District fell race from Warslow Village Hall: 10 km with 675 m of climb across moorland and steep trails. Expect challenging ascents, sweeping views and a friendly village atmosphere.

A unique mountain fell race at Honister Slate Mine in Borrowdale on 4 July 2026, combining an underground mine passage with a ridge run over Fleetwith Pike and Grey Knotts. Rugged terrain, dramatic views and a compact, thrilling challenge a..

Tackle about 10 km of Peak District moorland with steep climbs, fast descents and a village water splash in this friendly community run fell race. Scenic views, finish line flapjacks and a lively village atmosphere await.

The Lyme Half Marathon is a scenic trail run from Lyme Hall over Kerridge Ridge and the Gritstone Trail, returning along the Macclesfield Canal. Fully marked with aid stations, timing and photos, finishers get a bespoke medal or can opt to..

Join the Cannock Chase Forest Half Marathon and 10K on 5 July 2026 for a summer trail challenge through hilly forest terrain. Choose your distance, earn a bespoke medal and enjoy free photos and parking.

Run the Cross Fell fell race in Garrigill on Sun 5 Jul 2026, a 24 km challenge with about 680 m of climb to the Pennines' highest point. Expect epic upland scenery and a friendly village race atmosphere with on the day entries.

Join the Langdale Gala fell race in Great Langdale on 5 Jul 2026 for a short but fierce 1.4 mile course with 300 m climb and Lake District views. Entry on the day at New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel with junior races and prizes for top finishers.

Challenge yourself around Tittesworth Reservoir with scenic trails, moorland climbs and wide hill views in 10K, 22K or 50K options. Enjoy waymarked routes, stocked aid stations and a waterside finish with an event village.

Join Race 3 of the Jane Tomlinson Canal Race Series in Methley, Leeds on 7 July 2026, a flat 5 km towpath run raising funds for the Jane Tomlinson Appeal. The finale features a 1.5 mile fun run, medals, prizes, BBQ and raffle.

Join the Stoodley Pike fell race at Todmorden on 7 July 2026 for a sharp 5 km challenge with 213 m of climb and stunning moorland views. On the day entries welcome for £5, minimum age 14; car sharing is requested.

Join the 20 Barriers fell race in Carnforth on Tue 7 Jul 2026 for a testing 8 km with about 160 m climb across classic Bowland terrain. Entry on the day is £10 and proceeds go to local charities; the race is UK Athletics insured.

Take on the Black Rocks Fell Race on 8 July 2026, a scenic 9.9 km fell run around Cromford Moor with 250 m of ascent. Mostly on good trails, the route starts and ends at Cromford Meadows and entries are limited to 300 with advance booking.

Seat Sandal is a Grasmere fell race on 8 July 2026, covering 7.4 km with 700 m of climb through classic Lake District terrain. Day entry only keeps it friendly yet competitive; bring fell kit for steep flagged ascents and technical descents..

Tackle a classic 7 mile fell race from the Packhorse Inn in Widdop, set across scenic South Pennine ridges with about 366 m of climb. Entries open for pre entry and on the day if space remains, with teams welcome and junior races available.

Take on the Stiperstones Fell Race in Snailbeach on Wed 8 Jul 2026, a rugged 6.7 km course with about 375 m of climb across classic Shropshire ridgelines. Pre entry is £7 or pay £10 on the day, with junior races available.

Take on the Borrowdale School Bash up Bessyboot in the Lake District: a short but fierce 5.2 km with 456 m of climb, offering stunning fell views and a real challenge. Entry on the day, with beer and a burger for every finisher.

Challenge yourself on the undulating 6.4 km Thurlstone Chase in the Peak District on 9 July 2026, starting and finishing at Thurlstone Football Club. Enjoy a friendly village vibe, a small field and a cash bonus for any new course records.

Take on the MTC Severn Path Ultra on 10 July 2026, a point to point 59 to 60 miles along the River Severn from Shrewsbury to Worcester. Expect varied terrain, limited signage, mandatory kit and a bespoke finisher medal and visor.

Run through the wild beauty of Eryri at the Snowdonia Trail Marathon in Llanberis, with distances from 10K to a 57 km ultra offering panoramic climbs and rugged trails. Enjoy a lively event village, chip timing, and support on course.