Trail Running calendar near Northwich 2025-2026

Run scenic loops around Brockholes Nature Reserve past lakes, woodland and the River Ribble, with options from 10K to ultra inside a six hour limit. Finishers get a bespoke medal and post run treats while entries help maintain the reserve.

Tackle the Bat Challenge at Beacon Hill Country Park: a six hour off road loop where you choose your pace and complete as many 3.3 mile laps as you can. Expect a steady climb to scenic high points and a fun, supportive atmosphere.

Take on the classic Pinhaw fell race across the South West Pennines, 8 km (5 miles) with 213 m of climb and rewarding views. Entry is on the day via Earby Cricket Club for a modest fee and teams of three are welcome.

Challenge yourself over 30.8 or 40.8 miles on a one-lap route through Sherwood Forest, taking in Creswell Crags, Clumber Park and the Major Oak. Waymarked and marshalled with aid stations and a HOBO Pace finisher medal awaiting all finisher..

Tackle the Offa's Dyke ULTRA, a 24 hour southbound run from Prestatyn along the iconic National Trail on 9 and 10 May 2026, with solo and team entries plus GPS tracking and chip timing. Support crew and vehicle required.

Celebrate the 10th Spire Ultra, a scenic 33 mile trail around Chesterfield that winds across high moorland, ancient woods and rolling farmland. Enjoy strong on course support, an anniversary memento and a community finish at North Wingfield..

Run across the wild Marsden Moors with scenic circular 26, 23 and 18 mile routes through the Colne Valley. A friendly, limited field event with checkpoint snacks and a finish meal; book online to secure your place.

Cottam Canter on Saturday 9 May 2026 offers distances from 5K to ultra on a scenic loop along the Lancaster canal towpath and through Haslam Park, finishing at UCLAN Sports Arena in Preston. All finishers get a bespoke medal and post run re..

Tackle an unmarked 18 mile fell trail around Castleshaw with about 3000 ft of ascent on Saturday 9 May 2026. Navigate checkpoints along footpaths including parts of the Pennine Way and enjoy manned feeds and hot soup at the finish.

Apocalypse Ultra in Church Stretton on May 9, 2026 challenges you with four rugged loops totaling up to 50 miles and over 10,000 ft of ascent. Run any loop in any order within a 16 hour time limit and enjoy a rolling buffet at HQ.

Explore the South Pennines on a challenging point to point fell run visiting five trig points and moorland views over about 19 miles. Expect to navigate between checkpoints with roadside support and hot soup at the finish.

Take on The Tour of Bradwell The Other Half, a challenging fell race in the Peak District starting and finishing at Bradwell Sports Club. Expect a long high ground route with big climbs and a lively mass start atmosphere.

Pendle Cloughs fell race on Saturday 9 May 2026 in Downham near Clitheroe is a tough 14 mile route with 1250 m of ascent across classic Lancashire fells. Entry capped at 400 with limited on the day places so book early via SIEntries.

Run the Cressbrook Crawl in the Peak District on Sat 9 May 2026, a scenic fell race of 10.5 km with 400 m climb around Cressbrook. Pre entry only via Fabian 4 from The Cressbrook Club, open to runners aged 16 and over.

Run through scenic parkland in Avenham Park, Preston on Sunday 10 May 2026 with distances from 10K to ultra within a six hour window. A small field, on course refreshments and bespoke finisher medals make this a friendly, well supported day..

Join a guided recce of the Paddy Buckley Nantmoor to Beddgelert Forest leg in Snowdonia on 10 May 2026. Tackle 15 km with 1,580 m of ascent in small guided groups led by Mountain Leader qualified runners for a thrilling mountain run.

Run a scenic 10k through Yarrow Country Park on 10 May 2026, following the River Yarrow amid spring bluebells. The one lap out and back starts by the Flaming Grill Pub and includes chip timing for a relaxed trail experience.

Enjoy sweeping Lancashire views on the Scorton 10k and 15k trail runs around Nicky Nook on Sunday 10 May 2026. Both fully marked routes weave across tracks and fields, offering a scenic, rewarding challenge for trail runners.

Trunce 3 at Oxspring Playing Field on Mon 11 May 2026 offers a scenic but hilly 6.2 km senior race with 190 m of climb in the Peak District. Entry on the day is £3 with a 3 km over 10 junior race included, part of an eight race series.

Take on the Caradoc Classic, a scenic 3.5 miles fell race from Church Stretton climbing about 268 m. Part of the local Summer Series, this friendly community event includes junior races and on the day entries.