Trail Running calendar near Horwich 2024-2025

The Dovedale Big Daddy is a challenging fell race that is part of the Limestone Series, taking place in the scenic Peak District. This category AL race covers a distance of 20.4 km with a total ascent of 1370 meters, featuring nine steep climbs and descents through the Manifold and Dovedale valleys...

The Grizedale Trail 13 & 26 is a running event set in the scenic Grizedale Forest, near Hawkshead in the Lake District. Scheduled for February 2, 2025, participants can choose between a half marathon (13 miles) and a full marathon (26 miles). The half marathon follows the first 13 miles of the marat..

The Montane Trail 13 & 26 Grizedale is a popular running event held at the Grizedale Visitor Centre in Cumbria, featuring both a marathon and a half marathon. The half marathon course covers the first 13 miles of the marathon route, offering participants scenic views of Coniston and the surrounding ..

The Winter Bash is a 10-mile trail race set in the scenic South Derbyshire countryside, offering a winter twist on the popular Brooksie's Bash event. Participants will navigate the course themselves, with a clear map and written directions provided, along with a GPX file for tech-savvy runners. This..

Grim Leodis is a trail running event organized by It's Grim Up North Running, featuring a variety of race distances including a 6.7 miler, Half Marathon, Marathon, and Ultra Marathon. The event takes place in Kirkstall, Leeds, and offers participants the chance to experience the stunning landscapes ..

The Manchester Half Marathon Winter Warmer Run is an exciting running event taking place at Heaton Park, featuring 5k, 10k, and half marathon distances. This event encourages participants to stay active during the winter months while supporting the charity Shelter, which raises awareness about homel..

NAV4 LAW75 is a challenging 75-mile running event taking place from Skipton Castle to Appleby, following the historic Lady Anne's Way. Scheduled for February 8-9, 2025, this event allows participants to race in one day or take a more leisurely approach over the weekend. With a limit of 75 entries, t..

The Punk Panther Harrogate Hustle is a scenic running event taking place in Harrogate and Knaresborough, featuring three distances: an ultra marathon (34 miles), a 20-mile trail race, and a half marathon (13 miles). The course is designed to be accessible for first-time participants, primarily on pi..

The Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a popular walking and running event set in the scenic area of Rivington, Anglezarke, and Turton Moors, often referred to as the "Little Lake District." Celebrating its 50th edition, participants can choose between two walking distances of 17 or 24 miles, while runne..

The Silverdale Circuit is a challenging 19-mile running event organized by Ascend Events Ltd, taking place on February 8, 2025. Starting from Milnthorpe Cricket Pavilion, the route features scenic landscapes, including Dalham Deer Park, Leighton Moss Nature Reserve, and stunning coastal tracks. Part..

Windy Hill is a challenging winter running event set in the scenic landscape above Saddleworth. Participants will embark on a 12-mile course with a 2100 feet ascent, starting and finishing at the Rams Head Inn. The route includes a traverse along the Pennine Way and culminates at Windy Hill, where r..

The Porsche Wolverhampton Cannock Chase Forest event offers a captivating trail race through the scenic Cannock Chase Forest, featuring distances of 20, 15, 10, and 5 miles. This popular race welcomes participants of all skill levels, making it ideal for both novices and seasoned athletes. The cours..

The Unstone Undulator is an exciting new trail race set in the picturesque landscapes of Unstone and Dronfield, Derbyshire. This six-mile loop offers participants a scenic experience through forests and fields, featuring challenging climbs and smooth descents. The race is self-guided, with runners p..

The Kong Winter Series - BB Kong is a challenging running event set in the scenic landscape of Blencathra, featuring a 5-mile route with a significant ascent of 2,500 feet. Participants will experience a mix of fast running, a tough climb to the summit, and a technical descent. The event is part of ..

The Whinlatter Moon Runner is a unique 10K head torch trail race set in Whinlatter Forest, England's only true mountain forest, on February 15, 2025. This night-time event offers a magical atmosphere as participants navigate a fully marked, hilly route through stunning landscapes, enhancing their se..

The Roundhay 50 is a challenging running event taking place over the weekend of February 15-16, 2025, starting and finishing at St Edmund's Church in Roundhay. The event features two loops, with the first loop traversing Roundhay Park and the Leeds Country Way, while the second loop follows the Mean..

The Winter Railway Ultra is a multi-distance running event taking place along the scenic banks of the River Severn. Participants can choose from various distances, including 9 miles, a Half Marathon (13.1 miles), 19 miles (3/4 Marathon), 28 miles, and 37 miles. The route follows a disused railway li..

The The Dogs Doodah - Bingley will take place in Bingley on Sunday 16 February 2025. You can run between 5 and 26 miles.

The Midgley Moor Fell Race, organized by Calder Valley Fell Runners, is a challenging 5-mile race with a total ascent of 1250 feet, set in the scenic moorland of Midgley. Participants navigate a variety of paths and heather-covered terrain, with route choices that reward those who prepare well. The ..

The Hoppits Hill will take place in Mirfield on Sunday 16 February 2025.