Horwich
Trail Running Calendar near Horwich 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Horwich for 2026-2027! We've gathered 195 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A five-round trail series at Wirral Country Park held on the third Tuesday each month from April to August, featuring an approx 8K course. Entry is available per race or as a series and trophies are awarded for overall series results.
Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.
Timed multi-lap event at Chorlton Water Park with 5.3 km laps, flat riverside towpath, vegetarian aid station and a 7 hour limit.
Adventure racing in the Calder Valley on 22 August 2026 combining run, bike and kayak with solo and team timed formats and equipment hire available.
Looped running event in Preston with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options, hard surface paths, time limit and on-course refreshments.
A TRA licensed 5 mile trail race on 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village, organised by Leigh Harriers AC with affiliated and unaffiliated entry options.
An evening trail race at National Trust Lyme on 25 August 2026 featuring a single 10K lap with 272 m of ascent, free park admission and on site food vendors.
Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.
A midweek fell race near Bury covering about 6.5 km with 400 m of climb, held at the Hare & Hounds. The event allows teams, requires a minimum age of 16, and has a 1 hour 10 minute cutoff at Moorbottom Road.
A 130 miles nonstop canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds with a 40 hour limit, regular feed points and a 100 runner entry cap.
Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.
September 2026
A four-race midweek multi terrain running series across Wirral in September with senior courses from 6.5 km to 8 km and junior races of about 2 miles.
An evening fell race around Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill covering 8 km with 360 m ascent, mandatory FRA kit, a 24 minute cut off on Brown Wardle and an entry limit of 200.
Trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir in a three race autumn series in September 2026, open to ages 11 and over with 25 m elevation.
A 24 hour unmarked 56 mile hike or ultra run in the Peak District, held early September as the event's 50th edition and organised by 3rd Hazel Grove Scout Group.
A two day ultra following the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich, organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entrants must be over 20 and meet a 36 hour cutoff; duo tickets and pre race support are available.
A community fell race at Blackshaw Head on 5 September 2026 covering 8.9 km with 274 m ascent. Entry on the day, limited to 150 runners, fee £6; minimum age 18 and mandatory kit requirements apply.
Midweek multi terrain race at Royden Park on 8 September 2026 with senior courses of 6.5k to 8k and junior races of about 2 mile as part of a four race series.