Event Schedule

Daffodil Doddle 2.2km Junior/Fun Run 2025

 

Sun, 16 March - Abbey Village CP School, Chorley PR6 8DD

Start 09:30

The 37th Annual Daffodil Doddle 2.2km Trail Race (for U16s and beginners)

10% instore discount at Decathlon, Middlebrook for any participant (valid until 15.03.2025) 

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Roddlesworth Roller 2025

 

Sun, 16 March - Abbey Village CP School, Chorley PR6 8DD

Start 11:00

A friendly 9km trail race on good paths/roads around lakes and through woods. It is run by athletes of all ages and abilities, from 16+ to 80+ and national athletes to absolute beginners.

10% instore discount at Decathlon, Middlebrook for any participant (valid until 15.03.2025) 

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The Rivington 10m Trail Challenge 2025

Sun, 13 April - Rivington Bowling Green, Rivington, BL6 7SE

Start 10:00

 

This is a beautiful scenic running event that starts from the Bowling Green, Rivington Village.

This event has been a sell out for the last Five years.

 

The route follows through White Coppice then Wheelton plantation circling round and back to Rivington

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Yarrow River Bluebell 10k Trail Run 2025

 

Sun, 11 May - Flaming Grill Pub, Chorley, PR7 4AB

Start 10:00

 

The Yarrow Bluebell is one of two races held in the Yarrow Country Park, Chorley. This beautiful woodland race is held in May this is so that runners can see the transformation when the bluebells are in full bloom.

The course is a one lap out and back looped course.

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Race the Train 2025- Bury to Rawtenstall as seen on Yesterday TV episode 5

 

Sun, 22 June - BL9 0EY, Bolton St, Bury BL9 0EY,

Start 10:53 (approx.)

 

This event Starts at Bury Train Station and starts on the sound of the Steam Trains Whistle. This is one of our most liked event and has sold out for the last Seven years so make sure you get in by booking early

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Yarrow River Bluebell 10k Trail Run 2025

 

Sun, 14 September - Flaming Grill Pub, Chorley, PR7 4AB

Start 10:00

 

A scenic one lap race in and around woodland, following the River Yarrow, starting and finishing in the Yarrow Valley Country Park, Chorley. This course will take in the crossing of the River Yarrow

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Santa Dash 2025

 

Sun, 21 December - Jolley Crofters Public House, Chorley Old Road, Bolton, BL6 6RE

Start 10:00

 

The Santa Dash is a fancy dress run which start's opposite Curley's Dining Rooms and Fisheries . There will be a Prize for the best fancy dress and spot prizes throughout. All finishers will also receive a Christmas Medal.

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Trails and Ales New Years Eve Fell Race 2025

 

Wed, 31 December - The Little Tea Rooms at Higher Derbyshire, Rivington, Bolton, BL6 7SA

Start 11:00

 

Trails and Ales New Years Eve Fell Race - 31st December 2025 - Start 11am Bag Piper to start the race and to see you in safely New years Eve Post Race Private party and presentation 12-4pm Crown Public House, 1 Chorley New Rd, Horwich, Bolton BL6 7QJ

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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 youw ill 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.