Bolton
Trail Running Calendar near Bolton 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Bolton for 2026-2027! We've gathered 259 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A family run festive four mile fancy dress run in Horwich on 20 December 2026. Chip timing, a Christmas themed trinket and costume prizes are included and the route is fully marshalled on local roads and paths.
A four mile fell race with 750 feet of ascent from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall on Boxing Day 26 December 2026, with prizes for best fancy dress.
A Category AS fell race of 7.4 km from Hare and Hounds pub in Todmorden, with full FRA kit required and a minimum age of 16.
A 5 mile fell race in Glossop on 31 December 2026 at The Beehive with online and on the day entry options and FRA permit.
A 6.7 mile fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park across Top Withins and Delf Hill, pre entry only with a £10 fee that includes a bottle of Daleside beer.
A 7-mile New Year's Eve fell race from The Little Tea Room in Rivington with a live bagpiper send-off, a pint and pie for finishers, and a post-race prize presentation and party at The Crown Pub in Horwich.
Timed lap based event at Chorlton Water Park on a flat riverside towpath, with distances from 5 km to ultra, a seven hour limit and a pick your own medal option.
An 11.1 km trail run at Stonyhurst College on 31 December 2026, running through Ribble Valley woodlands, rivers and historic bridges, organised by Stonyhurst Experience.
January 2027
Two-lap 5km race around Clowbridge Reservoir on 1 January 2027, open to runners aged 11 and over with 25 m elevation and a £6.50 entry fee.
New Year's Day multi-terrain races in Whitworth feature a 5 km route around Brownhouse Wham Reservoir and a 2 km junior race with parking at Cowm Park Way.
A winter nonstop race along the Pennine Way covering 268 miles from Edale to Kirk Yetholm with a 156 hour limit and substantial mountain experience required.
Linear fell race from Marsden to Edale over Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder, covering 24 miles with 1650 m climb; navigation and long-distance experience required.
A 6.7 mile, 1200 ft fell race from Penistone Hill Country Park around Ponden Clough and Stanbury Moor, over 18s only, entry £5 on the day; Soreen bars for entrants.
Night trail running around Rivington and Winter Hill with 10K and Half Marathon options, reflective course markings and a required head torch.
Winter trail event in Mytholmroyd offering 22 and 15 mile routes with substantial climbing, limited to 550 entrants and not suitable for beginners.
Timed multi lap event at Chorlton Water Park with distances from 5 km to ultra, a vegetarian aid station and a finishers medal plus cake from Finch Bakery.
A 13.1 mile winter trail around Tegg’s Nose Country Park visiting Cheshire’s three highest peaks, with 847 m ascent and a four hour cut off.