Anglezarke Amble Challenge

Horwich, United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a winter moorland challenge event on Saturday 14 February 2026, based at Rivington Village Hall (BL6 7SE). The event offers two route options for walkers and a long route for runners. The official time limit for both routes is 10 hours. Entry fees listed are £12.00 for LDWA members and £18.00 for non-members; the fee includes refreshments at checkpoints, food at the finish, and a certificate.

Route and logistics

The route crosses Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors and passes landmarks such as Lever Park, Rivington Pike, Winter Hill, Darwen Tower, Roddlesworth Woods, Great Hill and White Coppice. It follows reservoir watersheds and includes open moorland, tracks and woods. There are two route lengths:

  • 24 miles (long route)
  • about 16–17 miles (short route)

Refreshment points: on the short route at Slipper Lowe after 9.6 miles; on the long route at Entwistle Barn after 10.1 miles and at Slipper Lowe after 18 miles. Mandatory equipment requirements include map, compass, whistle, torch, waterproofs, first aid kit, food, drink and a mug; entrants must carry clothing suitable for harsh moorland winter conditions. Random equipment checks are applied and non-compliance may lead to disqualification. Retirements are accepted only at checkpoints and tallies must be handed in to checkpoint officials. Dogs are not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

24 mi
Long Route (24 Miles)
16 mi
Short Route (16 Miles)
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