Horwich
Trail Running Calendar near Horwich 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Horwich for 2026-2027! We've gathered 204 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
October 2026
National fell and hill relay championships in Todmorden on 17 October 2026, featuring four varied legs across moorland and woodland with FRA kit and navigation rules.
An eight hour event in Delamere Forest where runners complete as many 6.02 km mixed terrain loops as possible; every finisher receives a recorded time and a medal.
A circular half marathon through Warrington that follows canals, the River Mersey and the Trans Pennine Trail on Sunday 18 October 2026.
A 5.2 mile trail race at Fairway Primary School on 18 October 2026 with chip timing, prizes, beer for finishers, and proceeds supporting the school PTA.
Flat out and back 5 mile race along the Wirral Way with gravel underfoot, Dee Estuary views, chip timing, medal and goody bag at Station Road Thurstaston.
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.
Night of the Undead Zombie Run at Haigh Woodland Park is a mixed terrain 5.15 km fun run with zombie zones, flag lives, manual timing and glow in the dark medals.
Traditional point to point fell race of 12 km with 351 m climb, finishing outside the Fleece on Haworth Main Street.
Fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent, junior categories and Halloween costume prizes.
Timed trail laps at Hardy Farm along the River Mersey with a seven-hour window; proceeds support Save The Rhino and local charities.
Night trail races at Delamere Forest on 31 October 2026 offering 10 km and half marathon distances, a spooky Halloween fancy dress theme and a free kids 1 km.
A night-time multi-terrain 5k at Lawsons Showground, Blackpool, featuring mud, water, compulsory headtorches and a chip-timed finish with a finisher medal.
November 2026
Five mile trail race in Sankey Valley Park near St Helens with marshals, limited parking, finishers' goody bags and prizes; minimum age 15.
Inclusive canicross at Mere Sands Wood with a timed 1 mile on mostly flat scenic trails and an optional 2.5 km social run.
A 5 mile trail across Billinge that crosses three counties, with climbs including Sheep Hill and a Friday evening Smart Nav navigation event.
A 10 km Category BS fell race on 7 November 2026 with about 350 m ascent, run on a fast muddy course featuring a steep descent off Stoodley Pike.