Thornton-Cleveleys
Trail Running Calendar near Thornton-Cleveleys 2026-2027
Explore the top trail runs near Thornton-Cleveleys for 2026-2027! We've gathered 65 exciting trail runs in the area. Check out our detailed list below to find your next local trail run.
August 2026
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.
Join the Dark Side Of The Combe on Mon 31 Aug 2026 in the Lake District as part of the Black Combe Country Fair at Bootle. This 12.5 km fell race with 625 m ascent is a tough, scenic test and has on the day entry.
September 2026
Five-stage endurance event from Windermere to the summit of Scafell Pike and back, covering 112 km with 6,916 ft total ascent.
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 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.
A 24 hour trail event at Leighton Hall estate on a 5.75 km loop with Solo, Pair and Team entries, live timing, prizes, onsite camping and food and drink provision.
A point to point 30 miles ultra along the coast from Blackpool Tower to Lancaster Castle that includes a ferry crossing between Fleetwood and Knott End. The event features chip timing, aid stations and mandatory kit checks.
A professionally guided, fully supported 50 km traverse of the Lake District with 21 summits, two pace options and on-route refuelling.
Waddington Fell Race on 27 September 2026, BM category, about 11.3 km with 415 m ascent, village-based, marshalled course with a trig point checkpoint and prizegiving at the village club.
Experience a scenic trail run through Blackpool with distances ranging from 10km to an ultra marathon. Navigate a beautiful loop course passing Marton Mere nature reserve and local landmarks while enjoying bespoke finisher medals.
A community focused 5 mile mixed terrain race in Rimrose Valley Country Park, Waterloo, Liverpool, with a scenic traffic free course through woodland and canal paths and a themed medal for finishers.
October 2026
A multi-lap off road trail event at Cuerden Valley Park where runners complete 5 km loops within a six hour window to reach half or full marathon distances.
A trail half marathon around Rivington on 10 October 2026, starting and finishing at Rivington and Blackrod High School, organised by Chorley Women FC.
A 50 miles, 4000m ascent mountain traverse from Caldbeck to Cartmel via Helvellyn Ridge and the western shore of Windermere with enforced mountain kit and feed stations.
Charity 10 km trail run in the Ribble Valley with riverside and farmland paths, an on-site gin bar, free post-race meal and proceeds to Chipping Football Club's new 3G pitch.