Marsden Moors and Marathon

Marsden Moors and Marsden Moors Marathon

Marsden Moors is a circular challenge walk and marathon hosted by The Irregulars on Saturday 9 May 2026. Routes run in and around the Colne Valley and start and finish at Marsden Parochial Hall adjacent to St Bartholomew’s Church, Marsden (grid ref SE046116).

Available distances:

• 26.2 miles (marathon)
• 23 miles
• 18 miles

The full marathon route follows the existing checkpoints with an extended section that passes over moorland, a ford, Wessenden Reservoir embankment, Wessenden Lodge, Hey Brinks and Deer Hill Conduit, then descends via Round Hill to the B6107 Meltham Road. The route continues on the Colne Valley Circuit, past the A62, along a field path by the Olive Branch restaurant to the Huddersfield Narrow Canal, and returns on the towpath to the start.

Route descriptions, maps, GPX and tracklogs are available to download. Organisers will not supply paper copies, so participants should print or download maps and route files beforehand. Required Ordnance Survey map sheets are OL21 and part of OL1.

Entries are by SiEntries only, with a participant limit of 150 and a wait list when full. Entry fees differ for LDWA members and non members; children under 16 may attend free when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parking is in the railway station overspill car park, a short walk from the event hall. Entry includes refreshments at registration, checkpoint drinks and snacks, a finish meal and a certificate. Participants are advised to carry suitable clothing and safety equipment and to bring their own mug. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.