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Rainow 5

Name: Rainow 5
Start: 2026-05-06
End: 2026-05-06
Location: Rainow

Rainow, United Kingdom • 6 May 2026

The Rainow 5 is a popular 5-mile trail and fell race held annually in May around Rainow and Kerridge Ridge, organized by Macclesfield Harriers & Athletic Club. Attracting 250-300 runners, the race features a hilly course that includes scenic ridge paths and local nature reserves. Established in 1989, the event supports local charities, with proceeds benefiting community projects such as footpath restoration and wildlife trusts. The race is licensed under FRA rules and welcomes runners aged 16 and over. Participants enjoy a friendly atmosphere with post-race refreshments, including homemade cakes and socializing opportunities at a nearby pub. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Rainow

Race information

Website

5 mi

5 Mile Trail/fell Race

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

Trail runs nearby

Thursday Jul 3

Winster Hill Race

Winster - 20 mi from Rainow

6 km

The Winster Hill Race is a 4-mile (6.4 km) undulating hill run held in the village of Winster, Derbyshire, UK, as part of the Winster Wakes week-long carnival. The course features a mix of metalled and unmetalled lanes, trails, fields, gates, and narrow stiles, offering a challenging yet accessible..

Thursday Jul 3

Thurlstone Chase

Thurlstone - 24 mi from Rainow

6 km

The Thurlstone Chase will take place in Thurlstone on Thursday 3 July 2025. You can run 6 kilometers.

Friday Jul 4

Alderman's Ascent

Greenfield - 17 mi from Rainow

8 km

Alderman's Ascent is a classic fell race held near Greenfield, Oldham, featuring an 8.5 km course with over 400 meters of climbing. The route includes iconic landmarks such as the Pots and Pans monument and Shaw Rocks, the highest point, before descending and tackling a challenging uphill section on..

Saturday Jul 5

Protein Rebel Running Festival

Church Minshull - 20 mi from Rainow

2 km

10 km

The Protein Rebel Running Festival, held at Aqueduct Marina in Church Minshull, Cheshire, is a vibrant celebration of running featuring a 10km timed trail run and a 2.5km community fun run. The course consists of three 3.4km loops through fields, tracks, and woodland along the Cheshire Plain, offeri..

Saturday Jul 5

Coal Aston Gala Chase

Coal Aston - 25 mi from Rainow

4 mi

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Sat - Sun Jul 5-6

EPOC Dalton and Almondbury Urban Weekend

Huddersfield - 28 mi from Rainow

Urban Trail

0 km

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