Newton-in-Bowland
Trail Running Calendar near Newton-in-Bowland 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Newton-in-Bowland for 2026-2027! We've gathered 164 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Club fell race in Trawden on 9 August 2026 with a £7 entry fee, listed as part of the club's Points Race series.
Club trail race at Jackhouse Reservoir on 11th August 2026 organised by Accrington Road Runners and listed as a club points race with online booking referenced.
Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.
A moorland fell race around Ilkley with a 35 km loop and a 21 km point to point option. The unmarked route crosses multiple moors, has two aid stations and requires runners to use a GPX or route map.
A 10 km circular trail around Piethorne and Ogden reservoirs with about 275 m of ascent; the route passes over and under the M62 and reaches Hollingworth Lake. Held in Newhey, Rochdale on 16 August 2026 with a minimum age of 16.
A 22.5 km fell race over the Howgill Fells with 1830 m ascent, strict kit checks, checkpoint navigation and an entry limit of 450.
Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.
A short fell race in Burnsall with a steep 274 m climb over 2.4 km. Entry on the day is available for £6 and junior races run alongside village sports.
Annual agricultural and horticultural show at Eshton Hall featuring livestock and equine classes, crafts, local food, family activities and a fell race across several age categories.
Looped running event in Preston with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options, hard surface paths, time limit and on-course refreshments.
A TRA licensed 5 mile trail race on 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village, organised by Leigh Harriers AC with affiliated and unaffiliated entry options.
Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.
A midweek fell race near Bury covering about 6.5 km with 400 m of climb, held at the Hare & Hounds. The event allows teams, requires a minimum age of 16, and has a 1 hour 10 minute cutoff at Moorbottom Road.
Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.
A fell race at Powder House Field near Hebden on 31 August 2026 covering 1.50 miles 3.20 km with about 400 feet 244 meters of climb, featuring a steep ascent, top running and an uphill finish.
September 2026
A short but steep fell race held during Kilnsey Show on 1 September 2026, featuring a rope-assisted rock chimney descent for seniors, junior crag races with scree descents, limited pre-entry for seniors and specific footwear requirements.
An evening fell race around Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill covering 8 km with 360 m ascent, mandatory FRA kit, a 24 minute cut off on Brown Wardle and an entry limit of 200.