PENNINE TRAILS 

SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL RACE

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INOV-8 PENNINE TRAILS - MIDWEEK TRAIL SERIES
RACE 2 - SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL RACE

ROUTE DESCRIPTION

Well... we're quite excited about this one, and equally proud of this race start! After registering in the field where you'll be directed to park, you'll make your way down to the entrance of Hurstwood itself. Setting off up through the woods, racing past Hurstwood reservoir, you'll be directed over the Alpinesque switchbacks over towards Thursden Valley. 

Again, the awesome setting sun over Pendle Hill greets you on the horizon (please be kind weather), as you take on the Sunset S-Bends along the Pennine Bridleway. Making your way to the top, you'll be directed back down the valley for another fast paced descent past your fellow racers, back up the switchbacks on the other side of the valley, finished with a super fast-paced run in, alongside the tranquil Hurstwood Reservoir, descending back down through the woods to the finish!


Race HQ: Simply Fields Wedding & Events, Hurstwood Lane, Worsthorne, Burnley, BB10 3LG 
Parking: Simply Fields Wedding & Events, Hurstwood Lane, Worsthorne, Burnley, BB10 3LG
Distance: 8.8km
Elevation: 275m

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 Trail Series Trophy

List of Prizes:
  • Overall Series Winners - Pair of inov-8 trainers of their choosing
  • Overall Team Prize - inov-8 Pennine Trail Series Trophy
  • Overall Series Local Spot Prize - £30 to spend at the Crooked Billet drawn out of a hat between the locals who complete all 3 races
  • Individual Race Prizes - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Overall - 1st V40, 1st V50, 1st V60, 1st V70
  • Spot Prizes- Random spot prizes provided at the end

SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL RACE VIDEO PROMO

SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL 
RACE PROMO 

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SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL RACE RESULTS & PHOTOS

COURSE RECORD HOLDERS

Switchback Valley course record holders, Gary Priestly & Holly Page.

SWITCHBACK VALLEY TRAIL RACE - 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

SWITCHBACK VALLEY 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.