Event Schedule

Santa Dash 2025

Sunday 21st December

10:00am start

Jolly Crofters Public House,

Chorley Old Rd,

Horwich, Bolton

BL6 6RE

Fancy Dress Optional!!

4 Mile Race

Trails and Ales New Years Eve Fell Race 2025

Wednesday 31st December

11:00am Start (approx. 7 miles)

Race starts from The Little Tea Room At Higher Derbyshire.

New years Eve Post Race Private party and presentation

12-3pm

Crown Public House,

1 Chorley New Rd,

Horwich, Bolton

BL6 7QJ

Dalby Forest Challenge 2026

Saturday 24 January

The Visitors Centre

Dalby Forest

YO18 7LT

Start 18:00

5 Mile race through the forest of Dalby!!

Head torches WILL NOT be on sale on the night of the event.

For insurance purposes the minimum age for this event is 16 years old on the night.

Lostock 6 2026

Sunday 22 February

Barnstormers, Lostock Lane

Lostock

BL6 4BL

Start 10:00

One of the Oldest Road Races in the UK

Course record Prize £150.00 (Male & Female), sponsored by Thrive Sports Massage.

Online entries only, unfortunately, no entries on the day.

Daffodil Doddle 2026 (U16s)

Sunday 8th March

Abbey Village

Chorley

PR6 8DP

Start 09:30

2.2km race for Under 16s and beginners.

Minimum age 4

In association with the PTA at Abbey Village Primary School

Roddlesworth Roller 2026

Sunday 8th March

Abbey Village

Chorley

PR6 8DP

Start 11:00

9km friendly trail race on good paths / roads through woods.

Suitable for all ages over 16+ to 80+ regardless of experience.

In association with the PTA at Abbey Village Primary School

Trotters 5 2026

Sunday 15 March

Smithills Sports Centre

Bolton

BL1 6JS

Start 09:30

Race Limit 300

5 Mile Community Trail Run

Run under UKA Rules - Age 16 years and over.

Frequently asked questions

What should I bring to a trail running event?

For a trail running event, it's essential to bring appropriate running shoes, comfortable clothing, water, and any necessary personal items like snacks or enery gels.

How do I register for an event?

To register for an event, visit our Event Shedule, chose your desired event from the list and follow the "Sign me up!" link for further registration instructions. Payment can be made securly online through Mad Bull Events - Terms and Conditions apply.

What types of events do you offer?

We offer a range of trail running events, including competative races and fun runs suitable for all levels.

What types of other events do you offer?

We will be offering Guided Trail Ruins - aimed at the less competative individual. These events are more like mini adventures rather than races.

We alos offer guidence / assistance for other events (coming soon) so why not contact us to see how we can help.

Making payment for Races

After selecting your chosen race you will be directed to Mad Bull Events website to make payment, this is to ensure that the Chip Timing Comapny are aware of your participation.

As Mad Bull Events are taking payments for the event, their terms and conditions apply - located here.