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Gisburn Forest Trail Races

Name: Gisburn Forest Trail Races
Start: 2026-08-01
End: 2026-08-01
Location: Slaidburn

Slaidburn, United Kingdom • 1 Aug 2026

Gisburn Forest 10km Trail Race

The Gisburn Forest 10km Trail Race takes place on Saturday 1 August 2026 at the Gisburn Forest Hub near Slaidburn, Lancashire. The course runs on forest trails that are usually used by hikers and bikers and passes through woodland scenery.

The event is organised by Pendle Trail Running Club. It is licensed by the Trail Running Association and runs in adherence to England Athletics rules. Entrants must be over the age of 18.

The race distance is 10 km with approximately 184 m of elevation. The course is fully flagged and marshalled and is chip timed by Timingupnorth. Male and female category winners are recognised.

Included in the entry are a race momento and race goodies, a Gisburn Forest 2026 race medal, professional race photography, on site refreshments including hot and cold food and drinks, and professional event safety coverage and first aid. Optional race t-shirts are available to pre order for £17.

Entry fees listed for the event are UKA Member £25 and Non Member £27. Registration opens on 18 April 2026 and closes in July 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Slaidburn

Race information

Website Registration

10 km

10km Trail Race

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

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