Skelmersdale
Trail Running Calendar near Skelmersdale 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Skelmersdale for 2026-2027! We've gathered 157 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
December 2026
A one-lap 10 km trail race through Tatton Park on 6 December 2026 with mixed terrain, chip timing, finisher medals and prizes including a best fancy dress award.
A winter trail challenge in Appley Bridge on December 6 2026, just over 20 miles with 2345 ft ascent, self-navigation, a 12 mile water stop, and compulsory kit.
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 friendly 3 km festive fun run at Marbury Country Park on 13 Dec 2026, organised by Northwich Running Club; entry £5 and places limited to 250.
Annual GMAA cross country championships at Wythenshawe Park on 13 December 2026 with age group races from U14 to senior, chip timing and team awards.
Santa Dash in Rishton on 13 December 2026 offers a 10K and a 2K Reindeer Run to raise funds for UK Boston Terrier Rescue, with fancy dress and dog prizes.
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.
A four mile fell race with 750 feet of ascent from Marl Pits Sports Centre in Rawtenstall on Boxing Day 26 December 2026, with prizes for best fancy dress.
A 7-mile New Year's Eve fell race from The Little Tea Room in Rivington with a live bagpiper send-off, a pint and pie for finishers, and a post-race prize presentation and party at The Crown Pub in Horwich.
Timed lap based event at Chorlton Water Park on a flat riverside towpath, with distances from 5 km to ultra, a seven hour limit and a pick your own medal option.
An 11.1 km trail run at Stonyhurst College on 31 December 2026, running through Ribble Valley woodlands, rivers and historic bridges, organised by Stonyhurst Experience.
January 2027
Two-lap 5km race around Clowbridge Reservoir on 1 January 2027, open to runners aged 11 and over with 25 m elevation and a £6.50 entry fee.
New Year's Day multi-terrain races in Whitworth feature a 5 km route around Brownhouse Wham Reservoir and a 2 km junior race with parking at Cowm Park Way.
Night trail running around Rivington and Winter Hill with 10K and Half Marathon options, reflective course markings and a required head torch.
Timed multi lap event at Chorlton Water Park with distances from 5 km to ultra, a vegetarian aid station and a finishers medal plus cake from Finch Bakery.
A fell race in Darwen, Lancashire: 4.7 miles with 928 ft of climb, held on 23 January 2027 from Bold Venture Park; entry on the day or online.
Trail running in Delamere Forest, Cheshire offering 10K and Half Marathon on signed routes with timing, aid stations and medals.
A timed draw event at Hardy Farm where participants pick Bees or Dragons and complete laps along the River Mersey within a seven hour limit, with a bespoke medal for finishers.