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Trail Running Calendar near Darwen 2026-2027

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Explore the top trail runs near Darwen for 2026-2027! We've gathered 214 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.

October 2026
Lap-based off-road event in Cuerden Valley Park with 5 km laps, half and full marathon options, a six hour limit, aid station and finisher medals.
A trail half marathon around Rivington with start and finish at Rivington and Blackrod High School, organised by Chorley Women FC on 10 Oct 2026.
A 5K obstacle course at The Cheshire County Showground with 12+ obstacles, open to ages 14+, raising funds for Islamic Help's water projects.
A four‑date cross country league in autumn 2026 with fixtures in Leigh, Manchester, Rossendale and Liverpool and club and individual entry options.
Cross country meeting MACCL Race 1 at Woodbank Park in Stockport on 10 October 2026, organised by the Manchester Area Cross Country League with chip timing and prize categories.
A 6.2 mile fell race (820 ft ascent) around Penistone Hill Country Park via Top Withins and Bronte Bridge; seniors over 18, £5 onsite entry and junior races with goody bags.
Inclusive canicross at Pennington Flash Country Park with scenic lakeside and forest trails, two course distances and on-site facilities.
An event in Manchester on 11 October 2026 offering vegan biryani to the first 50 entries and a memento medal for all participants.
Charity 10 km trail run in the Ribble Valley with riverside and farmland trails, an on-site gin distillery bar, GPX route and proceeds for a new 3G football pitch.
Rip n Run XL in Wadsworth offers a 40 mile route with 5,800 ft elevation and an 80 mile double option with 28 hours to finish. Four checkpoints, indoor facilities at two stops, and hot food at HQ support runners.
A relaxed run, jog or walk in Brighouse on 17 October 2026 with 5K, 10K and half marathon distances, pay on the day cash only and a jumble medal and food for finishers.
UKA Fell & Hill Relays 2026 in Todmorden is a four stage team event across moorland and woodland, with age specific legs, mandatory FRA kit and a 200 team capacity.
Discover Warrington's historic transport networks on this circular half marathon. Enjoy a marshalled trail route along canals and rivers with chip timing and a finishers medal included.
A 5.2 mile trail race at Fairway Primary School in Stockport on Oct 18 2026 with chip timing, prizes for top finishers, and a bottle of beer for every finisher.
A hilly, waymarked challenge from Marple visiting Werneth Low, Lantern Pike and Chinley Churn with two distance options and several checkpoints.
A backyard ultra in Gisburn Forest where runners complete a single off road loop each hour until one remains; limited field, basecamp at Stephen Park and prize money.
Night of the Undead Zombie Run at Haigh Woodland Park is a mixed terrain 5.15 km fun run with zombie zones, flag lives, manual timing and glow in the dark medals.
Traditional point to point fell race from Wycoller to Haworth covering about 12 km with 351 m of climb, FRA mandatory kit and a checkpoint at Ponden Water.
An unmarked navigation challenge from a Manchester event centre where participants are blindfolded, dropped off and must find their own way back on foot.
Fell race from the Summit Inn in Littleborough covering 4.3 miles with over 800 ft of ascent, junior categories and Halloween costume prizes.
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