Round The Resers

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The Round The Resers is a 5 mile trail race held in the Longdendale Valley near Tintwistle. Based at the United Utilities Visitor Centre, the event follows a two lap course around Valehouse Reservoir, offering runners a midweek off road challenge in one of the Peak District fringe's best known reservoir landscapes.

The race is established as a local favourite and attracts runners looking for a shorter trail event on runnable terrain. The two lap format provides a straightforward route around the reservoir while showcasing the surrounding countryside of the Longdendale Valley.

Valehouse Reservoir and the wider Longdendale area provide a scenic setting for trail running, with waterside paths and countryside trails forming the basis of the course. The combination of reservoir views, accessible trail terrain and a compact 5 mile distance makes the event a popular fixture in the local trail running calendar.

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