Andy O'Sullivan's New Year's Day Awakener

JAN

1

2027

New Year's Day multi-terrain races in Whitworth feature a 5 km route around Brownhouse Wham Reservoir and a 2 km junior race with parking at Cowm Park Way.

Fri 1 Jan 2027

Whitworth, North West (England)

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New Year's Day Awakener

The New Year's Day Awakener race takes place at the Red Lion, Whitworth Square, Whitworth, Rochdale OL12 8PY. The event is run under a different organiser than previous editions and uses the same route as before.

Course details note a multi-terrain 5 km route that follows paths and trails around the Brownhouse Wham Reservoir area. A junior race of 2 km is also included.

Distances

5 km multi-terrain, paths and trails near Brownhouse Wham Reservoir
2 km junior race

Practical information lists online entry fees for 2027 and a day entry price: £8.44 / £9.44 including the online administration fee, with a £10 entry fee on the day. Online entry for the junior 2 km is listed at £3.19.

Parking is located about five minutes from the registration point, with Cowm Park Way indicated as the parking location. Participants should allow extra time for parking and moving between the parking area and registration. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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