Preston
Trail Running Calendar near Preston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Preston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 139 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
Take on the Fellrunner Golf Ball in Rossendale for a gritty 8.8 km fell race with 244 m of climbing across classic Bowland terrain. Teams are welcome and post race food and drink ensure a warm community finish.
Midweek fell race on 26 August 2026 in the South/West Pennines, about 6.5 km with 400 m climb, with both pre-entry and on-the-day entry available.
A 130 miles nonstop canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds with a 40 hour limit, regular feed points and a 100 runner entry cap.
Tackle a classic Pennines fell race in Pendleton on 29 August 2026. The 8 km course packs 457 m of ascent across rough terrain, with on the day entries and homemade cakes and a cosy village pub to reward you.
A 12 hour endurance event at Haydock Park where individuals and teams of three run repeated laps of a 5 km course to cover the greatest distance.
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.
Trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir in a three race autumn series in September 2026, open to ages 11 and over with 25 m elevation.
A 23 mile LDWA challenge in Malhamdale from Gargrave Village Hall with checkpoints, refreshments and a hot finish meal, completed within a nine hour limit.
Experience a technical fell race through Yorkshire Lancashire and Cumbria. This 31 km route features steep climbs and open fell navigation for experienced runners seeking a high level mountain challenge in the Dales.
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.
Trail 5k around Clowbridge Reservoir in a three race Autumn series in September 2026; two laps, open to age 11 and over, with 25 m elevation.
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.
Obstacle races in Gisburn on 12 September 2026 offering 6km and 12km military-grade courses, an elite competitive race, team entries and on-site facilities.
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 at Beacon Country Park in England with chip timing, medical cover, sanitary products and a finisher's medal; walkers welcome.
Trail 5 km around Clowbridge Reservoir in a three race autumn series on 3, 10 and 17 September 2026, open to ages 11 and over with 25 m elevation and prizes.
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 route around Manchester with 11 checkpoints, mandatory kit requirements, live GPS tracking and buckle awards for finishers.