Trail Running calendar near Clitheroe 2026-2027

Scenic trail across Saddleworth Moor with reservoir views and required self navigation between checkpoints. Choose roughly 25, 40 or 60 km routes with staffed checkpoints, live tracking and a post race meal.

Run the Scott Sports Dirty Dozen, a 12 km loop across Cannock Chase with muddy singletrack, climbs, fast descents and the notorious Ditch of Doom. Kids course, on site parking and a bespoke finisher medal complete the day.

Tackle a scenic but testing 6.8 km fell course around Dolgarrog with 417 m of climb, hosted at Canolfan Porthlwyd. Entry on the day; minimum age 16 makes it perfect for adventurous runners.

Join the Stan Bradshaw Pendle Round on 7 March 2026, a classic 15 km fell race from Barley Village Hall across iconic Pendle terrain with about 545 m of climbing. Enjoy tough upland running, friendly village hospitality and hot soup afterwa..

Take on the iconic Black Combe fell race in the Lake District: a tough 13 km course with about 1000 m climb and stunning views. Pre entry only, over 18s welcome, and every entry includes a pie.

Take on the CBTE Morland Marathon, a scenic trail ultra of about 29 miles with 3,000 ft of climb through the Eden Valley and edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Fully tracked event with checkpoints, medal and t shirt at the finish.

The 40th Two Crosses Circuit on 8 March 2026 starts at Greenmount Old School Community Centre and follows routes across the Western Pennine reservoirs and moors. Two routes are offered, 18 miles and 26 miles, with a nine hour limit and a wa..

A roughly 5k trail race at Hamsterley Forest on 8 March 2026 with mud, hills and obstacles; dogs are welcome and veterinary and canine first aid cover are provided. Teams of five compete for Top Dogz awards based on aggregate time.

Take on the Granny's Bay Challenge, a six hour timed run on flat tarmac along the Ribble estuary in Lytham St Annes, with scenic views across to Southport and North Wales. Complete as many laps as you like and earn a medal after one lap.

A seven hour timed challenge on the Trans Pennine Trail at Penistone with laps of about 6.55 miles. All finishers receive a new 2026 March Hare medal, goody bag, plus hot drinks and cake.

A community 9 km trail race around lakes and woods near Abbey Village, Chorley. The event raises funds for the Abbey Village PTA and attracts runners aged from 16 to 80+, with entry priced at £14.10.

Take on the Carrock Fell Race in the Lake District on 8 March 2026, 9 km with 500 m climb over rugged terrain. Unmarked route demands map and compass skills and entry is on the day for a spur of the moment fell challenge.

An 18 km self-navigating trail on the Pennine Bridleway from Hayfield to Rushup Edge and back, with 806 m of ascent. The event includes an aid station at the halfway turn, GPX for entrants, finishers medals and safety team support.

A low-key 50 km loop trail run from Hayfield in the Peak District, using Pennine Bridleway, Pennine Way and Limestone Way. Self-navigating with navigation notes and GPX for entrants, on-course support and refreshments at 6 km, 25 km and 40..

Join WODland Endurorun at Holme Styes Wood near Holmfirth for a scenic looped trail race with 5 km laps. Choose from 5 km, 10 km, 20 km or test your endurance in a 6 hour challenge solo or relay with up to three team members.

Tackle the classic 51 km Haworth Hobble across gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge. Expect 1340 m of climb, remote winter conditions, mandatory kit checks, trackers, six feed stations and hot food at the finish.

Canicross on Saturday and trail races on Sunday at the private Brynkinalt Estate in Chirk, with scenic approx 5k and 10k routes over footpaths, grass and climbs. Festival vibes, photos and results add to the experience.

Take on the Grindleford Gallop on Saturday 14 March 2026, a scenic 34 km trail with about 825 m of climb across moorland, trails and Chatsworth Park. A volunteer run event raising funds for Grindleford Primary School.

A circular trail race around Otley following the Welcome Way with distances from 13 miles to 50 miles. The event uses trackers for ultrarunners, has mandatory kit requirements and registration at Otley Cricket Club.

Take on the scenic Chicken Run in Hayfield, Peak District, with two route options over challenging fell terrain. Friendly community vibe, cakes and refreshments at the school, and proceeds support Hayfield Primary School.