Anglezarke Amble Challenge

Horwich, United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Anglezarke Amble Challenge is a LDWA West Lancashire event held on Saturday 14 February 2026 with headquarters at Rivington Village Hall, BL6 7SE. The event is a challenge walk through Rivington, Anglezarke and Turton Moors, an area described locally as the "Little Lake District." There are two route options and a 10 hour time limit. Runners are permitted only on the long route. Entry fees are listed as £12 for LDWA members and £18 for non members; this includes refreshments at checkpoints, food at the finish, and a certificate.

Route, checkpoints and rules

The route passes notable locations including Lever Park, Rivington Pike, Winter Hill (the highest point at almost 1500 ft), Darwen Tower, White Coppice, and several reservoirs including Anglezarke, Yarrow and Upper Rivington. The event notes specific refreshment points: Slipper Lowe checkpoint (short route after 9.6 miles), Entwistle Barn checkpoint (long route after 10.1 miles) and Slipper Lowe again (long route after 18 miles). Mandatory kit includes map, compass, whistle, torch, waterproofs, first aid kit, food, drink and a mug. Random equipment checks will be applied and failure to comply may result in disqualification. Entrants must visit checkpoints in order; tallies must be handed in at checkpoints when retiring. Dogs are not allowed.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 24 miles
  • 16 or 17 miles

Race information

24 mi
Long Route (24 Miles)
16 mi
Short Route (16 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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