Saddleworth Res's

Mossley, United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026

The Saddleworth Res's is a challenging trail running event held in the high moorlands and valleys around Saddleworth, near Oldham, UK. Scheduled for March 7, 2026, it offers three race distances: 5 Res's (25 km, 710m ascent), 10 Res's off-road marathon (44 km, 1314m ascent), and 15 Res's ultra marathon (60 km, 1876m ascent). The routes traverse a mix of paved paths, tracks, bogs, boulder fields, and local reservoirs, requiring strong navigation skills as the courses are unmarked. The event starts and finishes at Saddleworth Rangers Rugby Club, featuring well-supported checkpoints, indoor rest stops, live tracking, and a post-race meal. It is known for its tough terrain and stunning moorland scenery. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

60 km
1876 m+
15 Res’s Ultra Marathon - 60 Kilometers
44 km
1314 m+
10 Res’s off-Road Marathon - 44 Kilometers
25 km
710 m+
5 Res’s Trail Run - 25 Kilometers
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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