Trail Blazing Events Series
A family-run organiser delivering friendly, well-supported trail races in the North of England, combining scenic routes, welcoming atmospheres and memorable running experiences.
- Sun 8 Mar
- £5.50-£12.50
Roddlesworth Roller 9km & Daffodil Doddle 2.2km
Spring into action at Roddlesworth with a punchy 9km trail challenge or a family-friendly 2.2km dash through blooming daffodils and scenic Lancashire countryside.
- Trail run
- Fun run
- Sun 12 Apr
- £19
The Rivington 10M Trail Challenge
Take on 10 rugged miles across Rivington’s iconic trails, climbing to panoramic summits and racing through wild moorland in the picturesque West Pennine Moors.
- 10.42 miles trail running + 1093 ft ascent
- Sun 10 May
- £16
Yarrow River Bluebell 10K Trail Run
A beautiful Spring trail run through the heart of Yarrow Valley, timed perfectly to coincide with the colourful and fragrant bluebells. Great running, friendly vibes and a brilliant day out!
- 10 km trail running + 527 ft ascent
- Sun 12 Jul
- £30
Race the Train - Bury to Rawtenstall
Race a heritage steam train from Bury to Rawtenstall in this fast, point-to-point road challenge along the Irwell Valley, where speed, timing and spectacle collide.
- 10.24 miles trail running + 634 ft ascent
- Sun 13 Sep
- £16
Yarrow River Splash 10K Trail Run
Dive into a fun-filled trail run through woodland paths and waterside tracks, where mud, puddles and pace combine for pure off-road adventure, in a valley full of colour.
- 10 km trail running + 527 ft ascent
- Sun 20 Dec
- £14
Santa Dash
The jolliest run of the year! A festive 4-mile fancy dress race that’s all about fun, community and getting people moving.
- 4.18 miles trail running + 778 ft ascent
- Thu 31 Dec
- £19
Trails and Ales New Years Eve Fell Race
Kick off your New Year's Eve with a scenic 7-mile fell race, complete with a live bagpiper send-off, then celebrate with a private party and prize presentation at the pub!
- 7 miles fell running + 1171 ft ascent
- Sat 23 Jan 2027
- £19
Dalby Forest Headtorch Challenge
Race along secluded singletrack and forest trails, many rarely used and opened exclusively for this event. Headtorch racing adds fun and challenge — expect mud and adventure.
- 5.13 miles trail running + 738 ft ascent