Preston
Trail Running Calendar near Preston 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Preston for 2026-2027! We've gathered 135 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
A multi-terrain 5.5 miles (8.8 km) race around historic Hopwood Hall near Middleton, with number and chip collection, prizes and a 200 runner entry limit.
A 5-mile out-and-back fell race over Eshton Moor along the Pennine Way route, with junior and senior categories, modest entry fees and perpetual trophies for club members.
Club fell race in Trawden on 9 August 2026 with a £7 entry fee, listed as part of the club's Points Race series.
Club trail race at Jackhouse Reservoir on 11th August 2026 organised by Accrington Road Runners and listed as a club points race with online booking referenced.
Take on the classic Whittle Pike fell race in the South West Pennines on Wed 12 Aug 2026, roughly 5.5 miles with 550 m of climb from Cowpe Village Hall. Entry on the day is available for £5, teams welcome and runners must be 16 or over.
A 10 km circular trail around Piethorne and Ogden reservoirs on bridleways, including an out and back to Hollingworth Lake and about 275 m of ascent.
Challenge yourself on the Pilgrims Cross Fell Race across the West Pennine Moors, a scenic but tough 10.7 km with 390 m of climb. Entry is on the day only with a small fee, and the race features in the Rossendale midweek series.
Annual agricultural and horticultural show at Eshton Hall featuring livestock and equine classes, crafts, local food, family activities and a fell race across several age categories.
Looped running event in Preston with 10K, half marathon, marathon and ultra options, hard surface paths, time limit and on-course refreshments.
A TRA licensed 5 mile trail race on 23 August 2026 at Leigh Sports Village, organised by Leigh Harriers AC with affiliated and unaffiliated entry options.
Golf Ball Fell Race is organised by Rossendale Harriers on 26 August 2026. Entry is on the day and runners should carry the recommended FRA kit, which may be checked depending on conditions.
A midweek fell race near Bury covering about 6.5 km with 400 m of climb, held at the Hare & Hounds. The event allows teams, requires a minimum age of 16, and has a 1 hour 10 minute cutoff at Moorbottom Road.
A non stop 130 mile canal towpath race from Liverpool to Leeds run under UK Athletics rules. Open to runners aged 20 and over, the event has a 40 hour limit and a limited number of unsupported entries with regular feed points.
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.
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 31.5 km fell race around the Ingleton watershed with 1580 m ascent, crossing Yorkshire, Lancashire and Cumbria and registered as an FRA A-Long event.
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.