Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2026-2027

Experience a historic fell race at Pendle Hill with routes for both seniors and juniors. This event features a challenging 4.5 mile senior course and multiple youth distances starting from Barley Village Hall.

Cross the north of England through three National Parks on this spectacular coast to coast journey. Choose from four distances ranging from 55km to a full 300km traverse through iconic mountains and moors.

The Ultra in the Black Country returns for its ninth year in March 2026. This 32-mile scenic loop starts and finishes at Baggeridge Country Park. The traffic-free route explores disused railways, canal paths, and tunnels, and can be run sol..

Follow Wainwrights famous coast to coast route on this 55km ultra through the North Pennines and Yorkshire Dales. Experience a self sufficient journey from Kirkby Stephen to the historic Richmond Castle.

Traverse the scenic North York Moors in this 80 km ultra marathon following Wainwright's famed coast to coast route. Experience a self-sufficient adventure from Ingleby Cross to the finish at Robin Hood's Bay.

The Normanby Hall Adventure Race returns for its 11th year in 2026. Tackle a 5 km or 10 km course over a cross-country horse track featuring water, mud, and jumps. All finishers get a medal and cake, with profits supporting local charities.

Explore the scenic forest tracks of Whinlatter Top with 9 km or 12 km trail runs. This chip timed event offers wide runnable paths and is open to runners with or without dogs.

Explore the Carneddau leg of the iconic Paddy Buckley Round on this 16 km guided mountain run. Gain 1,245 m of elevation while learning the route from qualified Mountain Leaders in the heart of Snowdonia.

Take on the finale of the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood, a tough 8.8 km fell race climbing 519 m on scenic Ercall Hill. Pre entry or on the day entries accepted and junior races run for ages 12 to 17.

Family friendly event at Telford Town Park with 2.5K and 5K routes, a finisher teddy for each participant, and a post-race teddy bears picnic. The event raises funds for Birmingham Children's Hospital and encourages fundraising.

Join the 45th Wrekin Fell Race in Telford for a classic Category A short fell race featuring 1700 feet of climbing. Finish the Shropshire Winter Series at Ercall Wood Academy with distances for both senior and junior runners.

Take on Trunce 1 on Mon 30 Mar 2026 at Oxspring Playing Field in the Peak District, a testing 6.2 km fell course with 190 m climb. Entry is £3 on the day and juniors can join a 3 km race for £1.

Join the Pete Hartley Memorial Liver Hill fell race on Tue 31 Mar 2026 in the South West Pennines, starting from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall. A punchy 7 km with 250 m climb, open to age 16 and over with entry on the day for £5; j..

Experience an evening trail run through Horwich with this 5km race organized by Winter Hill Runners. The event starts and ends at the Jolley Crofters Public House for a convenient local racing experience.

Experience a fast 50 mile ultra marathon from Manchester to Liverpool following the Trans Pennine Trail and River Mersey. This well supported event features six checkpoints and live GPS tracking for all participants.

Push your limits at Stockport Harriers track on 3 April 2026 with a 12 hour challenge or two 6 hour sessions. Electronic chip timing gives live lap and distance updates, with aid stations, parking and a memorable finishers memento for all e..

Embark on a 109 mile trekking adventure along the scenic Cleveland Way with options for single or multi day challenges. Choose your level of self sufficiency and enjoy supported camping as you journey from Helmsley to Filey Beach.

A ladies only trail half marathon in Sutton Scarsdale following a scenic out and back route under the April full moon. Enjoy campfire refreshments and a supportive atmosphere while raising funds for Women’s Aid.

Experience an iconic Easter Saturday tradition with a 5.2 km fell race up to Rivington Pike. This Category B event features 800 feet of ascent starting and finishing in Horwich.

Classic Lake District fell run from New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, a sharp 3.5 mile course with 2100 ft of climbing over rough rock and moor. Day entries welcome; bring map, compass and waterproofs for this high country test.