Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2025-2026

The BOFRA Reeth Show race is a fell running event held near Reeth, located on the B6270 between Richmond and Kirkby Stephen (DL11 6AR). The race covers approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) with a climb of 700 feet (220 meters). The challenging course starts in the fields, ascends a narrow bracken-lined tr..

The Denby Dash is a scenic 5.6-mile trail race held in Upper Denby, Huddersfield, featuring an undulating course through fields, woodland, conservation land, and the historic Quaker Village at High Flatts. With a total ascent of 700 feet, the well-marked and marshalled route suits both recreational..

The Eyam Fell Race, sponsored by The Barrel Inn, is a scenic 10k fell running event held in the historic village of Eyam in the Peak District. The challenging course features a tough climb to Sir William Hill, rewarding runners with stunning views before descending through Abney Moor and a steep woo..

The Holcombe Two Towers Fell Race is a challenging 6.5 km (4 miles) running event held on Holcombe Moor near Bury, UK. Featuring a steep course with approximately 400 meters (1,312 feet) of climb, the route includes a variety of terrain and numerous demanding ascents. Starting near the Hare & Hounds..

Piglove By The River is a scenic running event held in Leeds, West Yorkshire, featuring 5km and 10km distances. The race starts at Piglove By The River, a charming beer garden located in Citu’s Climate Innovation District, offering runners a chance to relax post-race with craft brews and riverside v..

The Kirkstall Rock up N' Run - Summer Evening Series is an exciting running event hosted by It's Grim Up North Running, featuring both 5K and 10K races. Participants can enjoy a scenic course while competing for a jumble medal, along with a complimentary beer or soft drink and a sweetie bag. The eve..

The Carsington Water Half Marathon & 10k, held on August 30, 2025, takes place at the scenic Carsington Water in Ashbourne, UK. Runners can choose between a half marathon and a 10k, both featuring undulating trail paths around the reservoir with stunning countryside views. The half marathon route in..

The Longshaw Sheepdog Trials Fell Race is an annual event held in conjunction with Britain's oldest sheepdog trials at Longshaw. The race covers 8.6 km (5.3 miles) with 320 meters (1050 feet) of climb, offering a challenging fell running experience. Participants gain free access to the sheepdog tria..

The Dig Deep 50 is an ultra trail running event held in the scenic Peak District National Park, starting and finishing at Hangram Lane Farm near Sheffield, UK. Covering a challenging 50-mile distance, it is part of a series of races ranging from a half marathon to 50 miles, catering to both novice a..

The Whittle Pike event is a challenging running race covering a distance of 6.12 miles (9.84 km) with an ascent of 1804 feet (550 m). Established in 1992, it has served as a championship race in multiple years. The event takes place at Cowpe Village Hall, which will provide catering and off-road par..

Panther Takes The Hindmost is an ultramarathon held at Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs in North Yorkshire, UK. The race features a 10.5km loop around the reservoirs with 375ft of climb per lap. Participants start with four qualifying laps, after which elimination laps begin: the last runner to finish..

The Monument Marathon in Bury is a challenging 26-mile loop event held at Burrs Country Park. Participants run or walk a scenic trail connecting six historic towers: Bradshaw Hall, Tentering Tower, Radcliffe Tower, Turton Tower, Grant's Tower, and Peel Tower. The mostly trail-based course passes thr..

Dig Deep Trail Weekend is a series of trail and ultra running races held near Sheffield in the Peak District National Park. The event offers a range of distances from a 10km trail race up to challenging ultra distances of 30 and 50 miles, catering to both beginners and seasoned ultra runners. The co..

The Meanwood Valley Trail Race, organized by Valley Striders AC, is a 7-mile undulating trail run through the scenic woods and parklands of Adel Woods, Scotland Woods, and Meanwood Park in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The course features unique landmarks such as the famous "Seven Arches," the ‘Slabbering..

The Crowden Horseshoe Fell Race will take place in Crowden on Sunday 31 August 2025.

The Montane Dragon's Back Race® is a legendary and extremely challenging multi-stage ultra running event held annually in Wales. Covering 380 kilometers with 16,400 meters of ascent over six days, the race follows the spine of Wales from Conwy Castle to Cardiff Castle. Known as one of the world's to..

The Muker Show Fell Race is a challenging fell running event held near Muker, located on the B6270 between Richmond and Kirkby Stephen in the UK. The race covers approximately 1.4 miles (2.25 km) with a climb of 550 feet (170 meters). The course features a unique route that includes running down to..

The Clowbridge 5k is a trail running event set around a scenic route off the Pennine Bridleway. This event is part of a three-race series taking place on consecutive Thursdays in September 2025, specifically on the 4th, 11th, and 18th. Open to participants aged 11 and above, the course features a fa..

The Hades Hill Fell Race, organized by Rochdale Harriers & A.C., is a challenging 8 km (5 miles) fell running event held in Whitworth, UK. The course features a tough uphill start followed by a rolling route over Brown Wardle, Middle Hill, and Hades Hill, finishing on a field above the start line. W..

The Dee Way 120 is an ultra-distance running event that spans approximately 120 miles along the scenic River Dee, from Llanwchllyn to Prestatyn. Participants can choose between the full race or a shorter 60-mile option, which starts at Corwen. The event features a 50-hour time limit for the 120-mile..