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.
November 2026
Tackle the sweeping slopes of Arnside Knott in the Dave Shinn Memorial Race, a testing 6 mile fell route with 333 m of climb. Enter on the day at Hollins Farm and enjoy cake, local camaraderie and stunning Lake District views.
Charity multi-lap run on a 3.1 mile loop in Stanley Park Blackpool on 15 November 2026, raising funds for Breakthrough T1D with timed finishes and bespoke medals.
A Category AS fell race of 6 km with 305 m ascent on the West Pennine Moors above Darwen, held in memory of a young club member with proceeds supporting heart screening for the young.
A 27 km AL Fell Race on Pendle with 1473 m ascent, requiring navigational skills and mandatory kit, organised under FRA rules.
A chip-timed charity run at Croxteth Park on 21 November 2026 offering 1.5 km, 5 km, 10 km and half marathon distances while supporting Movember.
A continuous 200 mile ultramarathon on the GM Ringway around Greater Manchester with live online tracking, 10 checkpoints, mandatory kit and a 96 hour cut-off.
Chip-timed MoRun at Heaton Park offering 1.5k, 5k, 10k and half marathon distances to raise funds and awareness for Movember.
A club organised 15 km trail race in Altham on 22 November 2026, held at The Griffin's Head with an entry fee of £9.20.
The Black Night Scar fell race lights up the South West Pennines on 24 Nov 2026 from Todmorden, a punchy 5.8 km course with 315 m of climb under headtorches. Entries available pre entry or on the day with teams of three welcome.
A timed multi-lap run along the River Mersey at Chorlton Water Park featuring 5.3 km laps, a 7 hour limit, a bespoke finisher's medal and a handmade knitted bee, with £2 from each entry donated to Ray's of Sunshine Children's Charity.
A trail based 10K loop in Blackpool passing Marton Mere and Blackpool Zoo with a bespoke finisher medal and post race refreshments on 29 November 2026.
Teams of four each run an individual flagged 10.7k loop at Lee Mill Quarry near Rossendale, with mandatory full kit and a 120 team limit.
December 2026
Manchester event on 05 December 2026 offers a limited edition yellow soft toy for the first 50 sign ups and a giveaway medal for all participants.
A flagged, FRA licensed 6 miles (9.7 km) fell race around Mytholmroyd moors with mandatory kit checks, public transport links and a 200 runner limit.
A winter walk or run on Saturday 12th December 2026 around the moors of Hebden Bridge, covering a 21 mile circular route from Mytholmroyd Community Centre. A Santa hat and a small present are required and Open Tracking is used for safety.
BigXmas Trail Festival on 13 December 2026 offers three trail distances at Sale Water Park in Greater Manchester. Courses are marked and marshalled with aid stations on the half and marathon, chip timing, and a finishers medal or tree planting option..
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.
Whinberry Naze is a festive fell race in Rawtenstall on Sat 26 Dec 2026 covering 6.4 km with 229 m of ascent. Entry on the day costs £6 and there are prizes for fancy dress.