INOV8 PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON

The Holy Grail of the Pennine's Peaks, Pines & Trails

9:00am - 23/8/25

ENTRY OPENS 20th APRIL - 6:00PM

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DATE:
23/8/25 - 9:00am
LOCATION:
Tattersall Farm, Worsthorne, Burnley,  BB10 3LF

RACE DISTANCE & ELEVATION:
43.6km - 3,814ft

POST RACE GOODIES:
2025 Marathon Medal & Race Swag, Race Photography

The inov-8 Pennine Trail Marathon

 The Pennine's are host to some of the most stunning and scenic trails in the country, and we felt it our duty to dedicate a whole flipping trail marathon to them!

Starting in the woods of Hurstwood in Worsthorne, the marathon takes you along the idyllic trails of Gorple to Top Withins passing Bronte Waterfall, with a stop through the National Trust park of Hardcastle Crags.

After a first, successful running in 2022, 2023 and 2024, we are delighted to bring the race back for 2025! Expect the same well flagged, awe-inspiring course with the finest marshals supporting you along the way. We have mahoosive plans to expand the event further, so watch this space, and see what we have in store for you...

We are also happy to say that our event will once again have a positive contribution to the local area with donations from the race going to Mountain Rescue, National Trust, Worsthorne Estate and Trees for Burnley.
CANCELLATIONS POLICY EVENT SAFETY INFORMATION 2025 ENTRY

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

    You can:


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus the SiEntries booking fee - available until 3 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 20% administration charge - available until 2 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 50% administration charge - available until 1 month before your race.


    After that time the option to cancel / refund will no longer be available.


    We no longer offer deferrals due to the amount of admin involved, but instead offer cancellations minus the costs already incurred. 


    You can transfer your entry to another runner at any time directly from Si Entries up until 1 week of your event.

  • When is the race?

    Pennine Trail Marathon Race is at 09:00am 23/8/25

  • Where does the race start?

    The race starts and finishes at the fantastic grounds of Tattersall Farm in Worsthorne.

  • Is there parking?

    Parking will be available at the grounds of Tattersall Farm.

  • How much is it to enter?

    It is £40 including booking fee to enter. This includes the cost to host the race, use private lands, post race goodies and insurance.


    Please note, t-shirts are added seperately to reduce waste (eg £40.00 + £5.00 cotton t-shirt)

  • When does registration open?

    Registration opens at 7:00am and closes at 8:45am

  • Where do I get my race number?

    You will collect your race numbers as you register at registration

  • What shoes should I wear?

    The course is mainly on gravel tracks, it is recommended you have cushioned shoes with some grip. An example of this is the inov-8 Trailfly



  • Mandatory Kit

    We will keep you updated on this kit list, but as of now the weather is looking mixed. You must carry the following:


    • Waterproof Jacket

    • Waterproof Pants

    • Hat

    • Gloves

    • Spare long sleeve base layer

    • Mobile phone with saved number for emergencies (08435576391)

    • 1L Liquid (recommended minimum)

    • Fuel - both gels and food (e.g.  flapjacks, chocolate bars) recommended

    • Map of the route (provided at registration)

    • Collapsible cup or refillable water bottle for aid stations. 

  • Will there be a bag drop?

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

  • What are the cut off times?

    There will be 4 cut off points:


    1st cut off = 5.2 miles / 8.3km - 1 hour 45 minutes

    2nd cut off = 11 miles / 17.7km - 3 hours 20 minutes

    3rd cut off = 14.4 miles / 23.7km - 4 hours 30 minutes

    4th cut off = 19.8 miles / 31.8km - 6 hours 


    Due to event saftey, if you are unable to meet these times you will be required to stop. Please respect the marshals decision.

  • Where are food and water stations?

    Water station = 5.2 miles / 8.3km 

    Water station and food station = 11 miles / 17.7km

    Water station = 14.4 miles / 23.7km

    Water station and food station = 19.8 miles / 31.8km 

TRAIL MARATHON PLANS NOW AVAILABLE:
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PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON RESULTS & PHOTOS

COURSE RECORD HOLDERS
MARATHON RECORD HOLDERS
Jenny Laing (2023 - 04:13:50) and Gary Shaw (2023 - 03:30:44)
RESULTS
PHOTOS

PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON GOODIES & MERCHANDISE
** NEW DESIGNS & MERCH COMING FOR 2024 **

**PICTURE DISPLAYS 2022 DESIGN - NEW DESIGN COMING FOR 2024**

Additional Technical or Cotton Running T-Shirts are also available to pre-order

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.. 
Included in entry:

Pennine Trail Marathon Race
  • Pennine Trail Marathon Race Medal
  • Pennine Trail Marathon Swag
  • Professional Race Photography
  • Fully Flagged & Marshalled Course
  • Food & Water Stations
  • Chip Timed By Timingupnorth
  • Event Village - Graft Pizza and coffee van providing coffees, pizza, cakes, sandwiches
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • Event Safety coverage provided by Events Safety Group & Mountain Rescue

Donations from the race will be made to National Trust, Worsthorne Estate & Trees for Burnley and Mountain Rescue.



PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON COURSE DESCRIPTION

TRAIL MARATHON ROUTE, MAP & GPX FILE DOWNLOAD
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PENNINE TRAIL RACE ROUTE

Route Description

Distance: 43.6km
Elevation: 3,814ft

Starting in the picturesque setting of Simply Fields just outside of Hurstwood, the race begins through the woods with a climb over Gorple to Gorple Rocks, before descending back down to Widdop Reservoir where you will reach your first checkpoint (1) just before Walshaw Dean Reservoir.

Running up and over to Top Withins, you'll descend over the trails down past Bronte Waterfalls, heading down the farm track towards Howarth and your next Checkpoint (2). Taking a right at the road, you'll begin to head back over more farm track to the next checkpoint (3), climbing back up and over to see the forest of Hardcastle Crags as you reach the summit of the hill.

Descending down to the woods, you'll take a right along the track on Shackleton Hill with Hardcastle Crags to your right, before descending down and through on some super woodland trails, before climbing back out to your last checkpoint (4).

Making your way back over towards Widdop, you'll turn left up past Lower Gorple Reservoir, climbing back up to Gorple Rocks where you can enjoy a 3 mile descent, with views of Pendle on the horizon, back down to the finish.

There will be 4 generous cut off points:

1st checkpoint = 5.2 miles / 8.3km - 1 hour 45 minutes (water available)
2nd checkpoint = 11 miles / 17.7km - 3 hours 20 minutes (water and food available)
3rd checkpoint = 14.4 miles / 23.7km - 4 hours 30 minutes (water available)
4th checkpoint = 19.8 miles / 31.8km - 6 hours (water and food available)

PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON RACE DAY INFORMATION

TRAIL MARATHON ROUTE, MAP & GPX FILE DOWNLOAD
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THE PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON RACE DAY INFORMATION

RACE DAY INFORMATION

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

  • LOCATION

    The Pennine Trail Marathon Race takes place from the grounds of Simply Fields. 


    The full address is:


    Hurstwood Ln, 

    Worsthorne, 

    Burnley,

    BB10 3LF

  • PARKING

    Parking is available at Simply Fields.

  • REGISTRATION

    Registration is open from 6:30am and closes at 8.45am. The Race HQ is situated at Simply Fields.

  • START TIME

    The race briefing will take place at 8:50am. Please make sure you're there on time to hear the important safety briefing beforehand. The race will then begin at 9:00am.

  • REFRESHMENTS

    Refreshments and food will be available in our Event Village with our vendors providing, coffee, cake and pizzas. After the race the Simply Fields Barn will be open for beers and drinks. 

  • KIT LIST

    Full kit will be required in adverse conditions. You will be required to carry water and food.

RACE EVENT HQ

Parking: Parking will be available for free in the field on your left as you arrive from Hurstwood Lane. There will be marshals at the gate and car parking signs.

Race HQ:  Once you have parked, please make your way to Race HQ. You will collect your number, t-shirts (pre-order or free with entry) and can purchase coffee and food from our caterers. Merchandise will be available to purchase too. 

Portaloos will be located at the car parking field, please arrive in plenty of time to ensure there's not a mad dash holding up the start of the event.

COURSE PROFILE

RACE SUPPORTERS & SPONSORS 

PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON SPONSORS:
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SUSTAINABILITY & SUPPORTING LOCAL CAUSES

PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON SUSTAINABLE CAUSES:
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Money generated from the Pennine Trail Marathon supports:

We hope and intend that the event is able to contribute to local causes and sustaining the surrounding areas,

with additional causes included in the future.


If you know of a worthy cause for future events, please contact us at info@penninetrails.co.uk.

RACE REPORTS & EVENT NEWS

RACE PROMO VIDEO & COURSE SHOTS

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PENNINE TRAIL MARATHON FAQ

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Event FAQ Questions

Everything you need to know before entering The Pennine Trail Marathon

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

    You can:


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus the SiEntries booking fee - available until 3 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 20% administration charge - available until 2 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 50% administration charge - available until 1 month before your race.


    After that time the option to cancel / refund will no longer be available.


    We no longer offer deferrals due to the amount of admin involved, but instead offer cancellations minus the costs already incurred. 


    You can transfer your entry to another runner at any time directly from Si Entries up until 1 week of your eventIf you inform us of circumstances that change All races released after the 3rd December 2023 will be subject to the following policy:


    You can:


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus the SiEntries booking fee - available until 3 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 20% administration charge - available until 2 months before your race.


    Cancel your entry with a refund minus a 50% administration charge - available until 1 month before your race.


    After that time the option to cancel / refund will no longer be available.


    We no longer offer deferrals due to the amount of admin involved, but instead offer cancellations minus the costs already incurred. 


    You can transfer your entry to another runner at any time directly from Si Entries up until 1 week of your event.

  • Where does the race start?

    The race starts and finishes at the fantastic grounds of Simply Fields in Worsthorne.

  • Is there parking?

    Parking will be available at the grounds of Simply Fields.

  • When does registration open?

    Registration opens at 6:00am and closes at 7:45am

  • What shoes should I wear?

    The course is mainly on gravel tracks, it is recommended you have cushioned shoes with some grip. An example of this is the inov-8 Trailfly G 270


    If you are in need of any new kit, remember you have a special Pennine Trails 10% discount code for exclusive use on the inov-8 website – all you have to do is apply the code PENNINETRAILS10 whilst at the checkout.



  • Mandatory Kit

    We will keep you updated on this kit list, but as of now the weather is looking mixed. You must carry the following:


    • Waterproof Jacket

    • Waterproof Pants

    • Hat

    • Gloves

    • Spare long sleeve base layer

    • Mobile phone with saved number for emergencies 

    • 1L Liquid (recommended minimum)

    • Fuel - both gels and food (e.g.  flapjacks, chocolate bars) recommended

    • Map of the route (provided at registration)

    • Collapsible cup or refillable water bottle for aid stations. 

  • Will there be a bag drop?

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

  • What are the cut off times?

    There will be 4 cut off points:


    1st cut off = 5.2 miles / 8.3km - 1 hour 45 minutes

    2nd cut off = 11 miles / 17.7km - 3 hours 20 minutes

    3rd cut off = 14.4 miles / 23.7km - 4 hours 30 minutes

    4th cut off = 19.8 miles / 31.8km - 6 hours 


    Due to event saftey, if you are unable to meet these times you will be required to stop. Please respect the marshals decision.

  • Where are food and water stations?

    Water station = 5.2 miles / 8.3km 

    Water station and food station = 11 miles / 17.7km

    Water station = 14.4 miles / 23.7km

    Water station and food station = 19.8 miles / 31.8km 

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