Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2024-2025

The Cannock Chase Forest Christmas 10K is a festive running event organized by Nice Work Race Management, featuring a scenic course through the beautiful Cannock Chase forest. Participants can choose between a 10K, 5K, or a Junior Fun Run, with the 10K and 5K courses primarily on hard track and fore..

The Winter Tolkien Trail Race is an exciting 11.1km running event set against the picturesque backdrop of Stonyhurst College, where J.R.R. Tolkien once taught. Scheduled for December 14, 2024, participants will navigate a scenic course that includes the charming village of Hurst Green and the enchan..

The 19th Regular Irregular event invites participants to walk or run through the scenic Holmfirth area, featuring three loops of varying distances: Loop A (11.6 miles), Loop B (7.2 miles), and Loop C (4.2 miles). Participants can choose to complete any number of loops in order of length. The event i..

The Moors the Merrier is a festive running and walking event set in the scenic moors of Hebden Bridge, featuring a challenging 21-mile circular route. Participants will traverse various moors, including Midgley and Wadsworth, while enjoying the winter landscape. Essential gear includes a Santa hat a..

The Valhalla Winter Run is a 6-hour lapped running event set in the scenic grounds of York University. Participants can choose their distance, completing anywhere from one lap (2.2 miles) to multiple laps, with options for a half marathon or marathon. Each runner receives a bespoke medal and a goody..

The PieAthlon is a distinctive 6-kilometre trail running event that merges the excitement of running with the delight of enjoying various pies. Set against a scenic backdrop, participants navigate diverse terrains, including hills and forests, while encountering pie feed stations stocked with both s..

The NSCCL Rugeley is part of the North Staffs Cross Country League, featuring traditional cross country races in North Staffordshire and South Cheshire. The event includes four races, with scoring based on individual and team performances across various age groups, from juniors to seniors. Participa..

The Chasewater Christmas Pudding Dash is a festive running event held at Chasewater Country Park, featuring both 10k and 5k races. Participants are encouraged to don their best holiday attire while navigating the scenic, undulating paths around Chasewater Reservoir. The race includes prizes for top ..

BigXmas Winter Trails is a festive running event taking place in Greater Manchester, featuring three trail races: 11km, Half Marathon, and Marathon. Set against the scenic backdrop of Sale Water Park, participants will navigate through urban and rural landscapes, including Chorlton Water Park and th..

The Sherwood Pines Festive Trail Runs, hosted in the scenic Sherwood Pines near Mansfield, offer a variety of running events suitable for all ages and abilities. Participants can choose from a 10km trail run, a family-friendly 1-mile event, and duathlons. The event emphasizes a festive atmosphere, w..

The Nav4 Tour de Helvellyn is a challenging winter ultra run, covering approximately 38 miles around Helvellyn, with significant elevation gains. Scheduled for December, this event emphasizes self-reliance and navigational skills, as the route is unmarked and traverses tough mountain terrain. Partic..

The Winter Solstice Strider is a unique evening running event taking place on the shortest day of the year at the St Ives Estate in Bingley. Participants can choose between a 5km or 10km head torch run, designed to raise funds for Sue Ryder. The course features scenic off-road tracks and is chip-tim..

The Moel Famau Festive 'Piece of String' Race is a unique running event held on the last Saturday before Christmas, offering participants a chance to enjoy a scenic run on one of the region's most popular hills. The race features a Canicross segment and has a flexible distance ranging from 6 to 12 k..

The Beyond the Lune Winter Solstice Run is a trail running event taking place in Kirkby Lonsdale, featuring two courses: a challenging 20km and a scenic 10km. Designed by seasoned endurance athlete Stu Taylor, the routes showcase the area's natural beauty, including local footpaths and bridleways. P..

The Kong Winter Series - Loopy Latrigg will take place in Keswick on Saturday 21 December 2024.

The Stoop is a popular running event organized by Wharfedale Harriers, taking place at Penistone Hill Country Park. The race covers a distance of 4.9 miles with a climb of 700 feet, featuring a scenic route that includes the Stoop – Standing Stone. Participants can enjoy junior races as well.Registr..

The Totley Two Turtle Doves Fell Race is an annual running event organized by Totley AC, taking place on Boxing Day. The race covers a distance of 7.8 km with an ascent of 270 meters, featuring a challenging course that includes climbs, descents, and varied terrain. Participants must carry mandatory..

The Chevin Chase is a popular multi-terrain race held annually on Boxing Day in Guiseley, featuring a scenic 7-mile circuit around Otley Chevin. Celebrating its 46th year, the event attracts up to 2,000 participants, who are timed with chip technology. Runners can choose between receiving a technica..

The Wansfell Fell Race, organized by Ambleside AC, is a challenging running event taking place on December 27, 2024. The race features a short but steep course of 3.14 km (2.1 miles) with a significant climb of 405 meters (1329 feet). Starting at Stock Ghyll Lane, participants face a tough ascent le..

The Bilberry Fields Fell Race is a challenging category AS fell race taking place on December 29, 2024, starting from the Hare and Hound Pub in Todmorden, Lancashire. The race covers a distance of 7.4 km with an elevation gain of 371 meters. Participants must be at least 16 years old and are require..