PENNINE TRAILS 

GORPLE ROCKS TRAIL RACE

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INOV-8 PENNINE TRAILS - MIDWEEK TRAIL SERIES
RACE 1 - GORPLE ROCKS TRAIL RACE ROUTE

RAN IN 2019, 2021 & 2022
ROUTE DESCRIPTION

Starting alongside the landmark of Worsthorne, the village church, the race began on the one mile climb of Gorple Road. Making your way up the trail to the Yorkshire/Lancashire border, runners raced towards to the races namesake "Gorple Rocks". A fast turn around, runners reached the point of what makes this one of the BEST trail routes in, dare we say it, the whole country*. 

Now began the 3 mile race back down... 

Three things: Number 1: taking on the Downhill at Dusk produced awesome sunsets occurring over Pendle Hill on the horizon. Number 2: The descent is amazing... Have we said that already? Well it's worth mentioning again! Number 3: You'll be getting great support along the way as you pass fellow Pennine Trailers on the way up/down - give a high 5, just remember to stick to the left to ensure there's no bumps along the way. 

*We hope you agreed!

Race HQ: Simply Fields, Hurstwood Ln, Worsthorne, Burnley BB10 3LF
Parking: Simply Fields, Hurstwood Ln, Worsthorne, Burnley BB10 3LF
Distance: 9.3km
Elevation: 255m
COLLECT A MEDAL AT EACH RACE
INCLUDED IN THE RACE FEE!
Included in Entry:
  • Free Medal - Receive a medal at each of our September Series!
  • Professional Photography - Provided by David Belshaw

List of Prizes:
  • Overall Series Winners - Pair of inov-8 trainers of their choosing
  • Overall Team Prize - inov-8 Pennine Trail Series Trophy
  • Individual Race Prizes - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall - 1st V40, 1st V50, 1st V60, 1st V70
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GORPLE ROCKS TRAIL RACE HISTORIC RESULTS

COURSE RECORD HOLDERS

Gorple Rocks course record holders, Tom Adams & Sophie Pilkington.

GORPLE ROCKS TRAIL RACE SPONSOR

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INOV-8 PENNINE TRAILS SERIES MERCHANDISE

INOV-8 PENNINE TRAILS SEPTEMBER TRAIL SERIES MERCHANDISE

inov-8 Pennine Trail - September Midweek Trail Series Vests & T-Shirts

 TRAIL T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR 2022

inov-8 Pennine Trails - September Trail Series race event t-shirts & vest are now available to pre-order. 

Vests & t-shirts are available in mens and ladies fit, and come in sizes xs (ladies only), s, m, l and XL. To pre-order yours, fill in the form below and pay £15 when you collect your race number at registration on race day.

PENNINE TRAILS - TRAIL SERIES T-SHIRT

The inov-8 Pennine Trails September Trail Series are special races to us, and after the reception they received on their inaugural year, it was clear they were special to you too. 

The three races are from the very village the team behind Pennine Trails were born and raised. The trails around Hurstwood and Worsthorne are some of the most stunning and enjoyable, yet untouched trails in the Pennines, and it was this driving force that inspired us to set up Pennine Trails and bring them to the attention of other trail running lovers across the country.

The series was our first with the leading Mountain, Trail and Fell running brand as the race series' headline sponsor - something we were insanely proud to have for the trail series.

All of this combined led us to the creation of our first 'collection' of our own brand of clothing, with the inov-8 Pennine Trails Series T-Shirt being the first - simply as our way of commemorating a very special set of trail races...
BROWSE INOV-8 TRAIL SERIES T-SHIRT

GORPLE ROCKS TRAIL RACE FAQ

Event FAQ Questions

Everything you need to know before entering the inov-8 Pennine Trails - September Trail Series

  • When are the races?

    Gorple Rocks Trail Race - 6/9/22 - 6:45pm

    Switchback Valley Trail Race - 13/9/22 - 6:45pm

    Hurstwood Hill Trail Race - 20/9/22 - 6:45pm

  • Where does the race start?

    All three race HQs are from Simply Fields in Hurstwood. 


    Address:

    Hurstwood Ln, Worsthorne, Burnley BB10 3LF

  • Is there parking?

    There is plenty of parking at the Race HQ at Simply Fields

  • How much is it to enter?

    £12.00 plus booking fee - entry available on the day

  • I can no longer race, can I get a refund or defer entry?

    3 Months or More Until The Event = Refund (minus 20% admin fee), Deferral or Transfers Possible


    If you inform us of circumstances that change within 3 months or more a full refund can be issued minus a 20% admin charge and booking fee. You may also defer your entry (see below) or transfer to another runner (see below).


    3 Months or Less Until The Event = Deferral or Transfers Possible


    If you inform us of circumstances that change within 3 months or less we can defer your entry to the same event the following year, or an event in line with the same pricing structure if entry is available. You may also transfer your entry to another runner (see below).


    1 Month Until The Event = Transfers Possible


    If you inform us of circumstances that change within 1 month of an event, it is possible to transfer your entry over to another runner, and you will need to provide their name, D.O.B, email and club at no extra cost. Please email this information to info@penninetrails.com. The participant that takes the entry agrees to our T&Cs. The two runners transferring their entries will arrange payment and Pennine Trails holds no accountability for monies lost.


    1 week Until The Event = No Refunds, Deferrals or Transfers Possible


    No transfers or deferrals can be made within 1 week of an event. 

  • What shoes should I wear?

    On a dry day, road shoes or light trail shoes will be fine. In poor conditions, grippier trail or fell shoes may be advisable. 

  • Do I need to carry kit?

    If the weather is very poor, a waterproof jacket and trousers may be advised.

  • Will there be a bag drop?

    Bags can be left in the Race HQ, Pennine Trails nor Simply Fields are responsible for left belongings.

  • Will there be entry on the day?

    Should any of the 200 entries at each race not fill, we will accept entry on the day at £12. Get the entry in earlier and save the moolah.