Hurstwood Trail Race

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The Hurstwood Trail Race is a popular five mile off road event held in the countryside surrounding Hurstwood and Worsthorne near Burnley. The race forms part of the Pendle & Burnley Grand Prix, a long established series of road, trail and fell races held across East Lancashire throughout the summer.

Starting and finishing at Worsthorne Moor Car Park, the route takes runners onto scenic trails through the rolling countryside around Hurstwood. The course combines runnable off road sections with undulating terrain, providing an enjoyable challenge for both experienced trail runners and those looking to explore local off road racing.

As a fixture in the Pendle & Burnley Grand Prix series, the Hurstwood Trail Race attracts runners chasing valuable series points as well as those entering as a standalone event. Its welcoming atmosphere and picturesque rural setting have made it a favourite on the East Lancashire racing calendar.

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