Bolton
Trail Running Calendar near Bolton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bolton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 194 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
An evening fell race around Brown Wardle, Middle Hill and Hades Hill covering 8 km with 360 m ascent, mandatory FRA kit, a 24 minute cut off on Brown Wardle and an entry limit of 200.
A trail 5 km race around Clowbridge Reservoir, the first of a three race autumn series in September 2026, open to runners aged 11 and over.
A 24 hour, 56 mile unmarked circular hike and ultra run in the Peak District starting and finishing in Hazel Grove on 5 to 6 September 2026 with checkpoint support.
A fell race in Edale where teams carry a barrel across the moor alongside individual and children's races, with proceeds supporting local primary schools.
A two day ultra following the Cheshire Canal Ring from Northwich, organised by New Era Community Boxing. Entrants must be over 20 and meet a 36 hour cutoff; duo tickets and pre race support are available.
A community fell race at Blackshaw Head on 5 September 2026 covering 8.9 km with 274 m ascent. Entry on the day, limited to 150 runners, fee £6; minimum age 18 and mandatory kit requirements apply.
A two-lap trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir, part of a three-race series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026, open to runners aged 11 and over.
Multi-day trail ultramarathon in the Peak District offering distances from 12 km to 110 km, camping options, UTMB Index races and a GB Slam award.
An outdoor obstacle course event in Gisburn, Ribble Valley Lancashire on 12 September 2026 offering 12 km and 6 km military style courses plus an elite 12 km race.
A one lap 10K trail run through Yarrow Valley on 13 September 2026, routed along woodland paths and riverside trails with crossings of the River Yarrow. Based at the Flaming Grill Pub, entry is listed at £16 and every finisher receives a medal.
A 6.0 mile chip timed trail race in Colne Valley with 990 ft of climbing, waymarked course and a finish at Zapato Brewery where refreshments are available.
Women only 10 km event at Beacon Country Park with chip timing, marshals, medical cover and on course ambassadors, limited to 250 places.
A trail 5 km race around Clowbridge Reservoir, held as part of a three-race autumn series in September 2026, open to runners aged 11 and over.
A timed multi-distance event on a flat 5.3 km riverside lap at Chorlton Water Park with a classic-medal Lucky Dip and proceeds supporting Breakthrough Type 1 Diabetes Research.
A charity trail running festival in Huddersfield with 50 mile, 50 km, 27 km and 10 km options across Yorkshire moorland and reservoirs. Routes are waymarked and supported with checkpoints, feed stations and a village atmosphere.