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ABOUT PENNINE TRAILS
ABOUT PENNINE TRAILS
MEET THE TRAIL RUNNERS BEHIND PENNINE TRAILS
TRAIL RUNNING IN THE PENNINES
TRAIL RUNNING IN THE PENNINES
OUR RACES ARE IN, AROUND, BUT NOT LIMITED TO... THE PENNINES & THE PENNINE WAY
Much like "Alpinism" and "Alpine Trails" in European countries, the trails, peaks and moors found on the Pennines have a style, atmosphere and culture of their own. We believe the Pennine trails should be celebrated as much as trails found in the US and the EU, which is why we're dedicated to finding and holding the best trail races and events along the Pennines, or finding areas of the country that hold the same "essence" captured on those unique trails along the Pennines, from Derybshire, through Lancashire and Yorkshire, finishing beyond Cumbria in the Northern Pennines.
HOW WE BEGAN
HOW WE BEGAN
Pennine Trails was formed in 2019 by GB, England and Lancashire trail and mountain runner Chris Holdsworth. Having had a taste of the trail races available in Europe, and as long time attendees of the Lakeland Trails races, Pennine Trails was created as an open love letter to these races - with our sole intention of bringing exciting and scenic trail races to the Pennines.
WHO WE ARE
WHO WE ARE
We're a small team of likeminded friends and family, who all happen to be avid trail runners. Our goal, and only goal, is to bring the best trail races and events to those living or visiting the Pennines. Living and training in the area ourselves, we see that there's a distinct lack of emphasis on trail running in these areas, with the popularity of road and fell running increasing each year.
All of us do this voluntarily in our spare time, and we're dedicated to hosting the best trail races along the Pennines and Pennine Way for those with a passion for trail running in the countries top scenic areas.
WHERE WE HOLD EVENTS
WHERE WE HOLD EVENTS
As previously mentioned, our races are based along the Pennines, but are not themselves limited to the area. We're putting Pennine trails on the map, and capturing that "Pennine Trail" style where ever we can.
WHAT'S NEXT
WHAT'S NEXT
We started from scratch, with no investment and nothing but our enthusiasm and love for trail racing and creating good time experiences. After one year, including a GLOBAL PANDEMIC, we have 7 races to our name and intend to expand further.
After our race merchandise became popular with runners attending the Pennine Trails events, in December 2019 we also began developing our own line of trail running gear - including t-shirts, vests and bobble hats. All of it affordable, but only gear that looks the part and trendy on the trails too. Look out for more being released in 2020.
TOP PRIZES
These days the UK race calendar is full with races every weekend. We know that if you choose to race, other than the course itself, it should be worth your while. For this reason, Pennine Trails will always offer prizes worthy of winners!
EXPERT TEAM
With our team's vast experience of running on trails and mountains at local, national and international level, we will be providing regular free blogs, tips and guides for trail runners from beginner level, to those more experienced. Just sign up below, or follow us on social media to receive updates each week.
PENNINE TRAILS RACE MEMENTOS
Ultimately, Pennine Trails intend to give our runners a great day out and a memorable experience. We want to make sure you go away with something to remember us by, which is why all of our runners will receive a medal at all of our races.
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