Dunsop Bridge Trail Race takes place from Dunsop Bridge Village Hall. The full address is: Dunsop Bridge Village Hall Trough Road Dunsop Bridge Clitheroe Lancashire BB7 3BG

Parking is available at Dunsop Bridge Car Park for the first to arrive. After the car park is full, runners will be directed to park along the main road through Dunsop Bridge.

You will be guided to the start, which is located at the Race HQ, at 12:50pm . Please make sure you're there on time to hear the important safety briefing beforehand. The race will then begin at 1:00pm .

Dunsop Bridge has a fantastic local cafe called Puddle Duck Tea Rooms , which is next to the Village Hall. Pop in to get yourself cake and coffee before or after the race.

As the weather in February can be somewhat chilly and wet, we advise runners take a waterproof jacket, gloves and hat with them whilst running. Trail or fell shoes are a must!

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DUNSOP BRIDGE TRAIL RACE

Trails, quite literally... at the heart of Britain. Situated at the centre of the country,

Dunsop Bridge

provides scenery unlike anywhere across the Pennines.

1:00pm - TBA 2023

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FINAL DETAILS

Dunsop Bridge Trail Race Details:

An isolated, unspoilt wonderland with stunningly epic scenery as far as the eye can see. Run the 12km course through farmland, open trails, tracks and the stunning pines of Whitmore woods. Oh... and a river crossing with stepping stones? You bet'cha! An epic adventure to begin the year.

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DUNSOP BRIDGE TRAIL RACE

RACE DAY INFORMATION

Everything you need to know on the day. For anything else, just send a message of to info@penninetrails.com

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LOCATION

Dunsop Bridge Trail Race takes place from Dunsop Bridge Village Hall.

The full address is:

Dunsop Bridge Village Hall
Trough Road
Dunsop Bridge
Clitheroe
Lancashire
BB7 3BG
PARKING

Parking is available at Dunsop Bridge Car Park for the first to arrive. After the car park is full, runners will be directed to park along the main road through Dunsop Bridge.
START TIME

You will be guided to the start, which is located at the Race HQ, at 12:50pm. Please make sure you're there on time to hear the important safety briefing beforehand. The race will then begin at 1:00pm.
REFRESHMENTS

Dunsop Bridge has a fantastic local cafe called Puddle Duck Tea Rooms, which is next to the Village Hall. Pop in to get yourself cake and coffee before or after the race.
KIT LIST

As the weather in February can be somewhat chilly and wet, we advise runners take a waterproof jacket, gloves and hat with them whilst running. Trail or fell shoes are a must!

COURSE PROFILE

DUNSOP BRIDGE TRAIL RACE ROUTE

Route Description

Distance: 12k

Elevation: 700ft

This one, is all about the scenery... and my, what scenery we have in store! An isolated picturesque spot, only 20 minutes drive from Clitheroe - step back in time and explore the unspoilt landscapes of Dunsop Bridge.

Beginning from the village's namesake, the race sets off from Dunsop Bridge, turning down past Thorneyholme Hall, you'll run alongside the River Hodder along the farmland down to Burholme Bridge. Crossing over the bridge, a run along the road brings you to the climb up past Inch Perfect Trials, who have kindly given us the use of their private road and land.

Entering the trails, the site of Totridge fell looms over the trees in the foreground, where you'll arrive at Whitemore Woods. Now begins our favourite section of the race, the tranquil descent through the pine trees, with the epic scenery visible in the distance past the tree tops. Leaving the woods, you'll follow the bridleway down past New Launds Farm to the Whitewell stepping stones*. Crossing the river, a dash back along the road brings you back to Burholme Bridge. Back along the River Hodder, you'll be embraced by the fells over Dunsop Bridge, where you'll race back to the finish at Thorneyholme Farm.

*Please note: Should the river rise above the Whitewell stepping stones due to adverse weather, runners will be redirected down the road after Tunstall Ing back down to Burholme Bridge for their own safety

PLEASE REMEMBER TO KEEP OFF THE PRIVATE LANE PAST HODDER BANK FARM UNTIL RACE DAY - Inch Perfect Trials have given us special permission to use their land for race day

2020 Winners

2019 winners and new Dunsop Bridge Trail Race course record holders, Ian Dermott and Sophie Pilkington.

Link to Gisburn Forest 10k Trail Race Starting Photos

Link to Dunsop Bridge Trail Race Finish Photos

Link to 2019 Gisburn Forest 10k Trail Race Results

DUNSOP BRIDGE TRAIL RACE MAP

DUNSOP BRIDGE TRAIL RACE PROMO

RACE T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER!

Included in the race entry fee are race momentos and goodies, as well as professional photography. Optional additional t-shirts are available to pre-order for £15.

Included in entry:

Race momentos and goodies:

Dunsop Bridge Trail Race Medal
Pennine Trails Bag
Embroidered Dunsop Bridge Patch
Professional race photography

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Event FAQ Questions

Everything you need to know before entering Dunsop Bridge Trail Race

When is the race?

Dunsop Bridge Trail Race is at 1:00pm 15/2/20
Where does the race start?

The race starts at Dunsop Bridge and finishes in the field behind Thorneyholme Farm
Is there parking?

Dunsop Bridge has a car park, however, this will be quickly filled. Once filled runners will be directed to park along the main road through Dunsop Bridge.
How much is it to enter?

It is £18 plus £1.80 booking fee to enter. This includes the cost to use private lands, post race goodies and insurance. Pennine Trails vests & T-Shirts available to purchase on the day, or Dunsop Bridge t-shirts and vest available to pre-order.
I can no longer race, can I get a refund or defer entry?

Injuries happen, we completely understand, it's also frustating when Race Organisers refuse to refund or defer entries. We promise to refund or transfer entry up to 2 months before the event, after this period (due to t-shirts and medals being ordered), you may transfer your entry only up to one week prior to the event. If you'd like to swap your entry with another runner, please contact us on info@penninetrails.com and we'd be happy to make the change.
What shoes should I wear?

Definitely your grippiest trail or fell shoes for this one. As it's February, some sections of the course are slippy and muddy. Have a look at the inov-8 website for fell and trail shoes, and if you're unsure which ones to go for, get in touch and we'd be happy to advise.
Do I need to carry kit?

As the race is in February, runners will be required to bring waterproof jackets, trousers, gloves and hats.
Will there be a bag drop?

Runners can leave their belongings at the Race HQ (Village Hall) at their own risk and the organiser, officials, Dunsop Bridge Village Hall and Pennine Trails Events Ltd cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage of these items.