Chorley
Trail Running Calendar near Chorley 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Chorley for 2026-2027! We've gathered 163 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
September 2026
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 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 midweek multi terrain race at Royden Park on 8 September 2026 featuring sand, rocks, mud and hills with senior and junior categories and series scoring.
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.
A four mile evening trail run along the Wyre estuary on 10 September 2026 with an aid station, a medal, a 187 ml bottle of wine and cheese and crackers for finishers.
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.
Women only 10 km event at Beacon Country Park with chip timing, marshals, medical cover and on course ambassadors, limited to 250 places.
A midweek multi-terrain race in Wallasey, part of the Wirral Multi-Terrain League, with senior races of 6.5 to 8 km and junior races of about 2 miles.
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 102-mile canal ultramarathon around Manchester with 11 supported checkpoints, live GPS tracking, a 30-hour cutoff and entry limited to runners aged 20+ with a 50-mile qualifying finish.
A senior fell race near Cliviger covering 4.3 miles (7 km) with about 1310 feet of ascent. The flagged and marshaled course runs over moorland with steep climbs and grassy descents; entry fees are £6 or £8.
A point to point 30 miles ultra along the coast from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle that includes a ferry crossing between Fleetwood and Knott End. The event features chip timing, aid stations and mandatory kit checks.