Clowbridge 5k

Clow Bridge, United Kingdom • 23 Apr 2026

Clowbridge 5k - Spring 2/3

Clowbridge 5k is a trail race around a popular route off the Pennine Bridleway. The course consists of two laps of the trail path around Clowbridge Reservoir, run anti clockwise from Rossendale Valley Sailing Club on Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 5PF. The route is described as fast and flat with about 25 m of elevation over 5 km.

The event is open to competitors aged 11 and over and forms part of a three race Spring Series held on consecutive Thursdays: 16 April, 23 April and 30 April 2026. Entry for this race uses the SiEntries registration system; entries opened on 1 January 2026 and closed on 22 April 2026. The published entry fee for each race was £6.50.

Races are well marshalled and prizes are awarded in each race. Series proceeds are donated to local causes. The series is organised by Run JMC and is listed as ARC licensed pending. Parking is available locally, including the lower car park at the Sailing Club and Limey Lane at the far end of the reservoir. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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