PFW Running - Curvy Cuerden Challenge
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Event overview
The Curvy Cuerden Challenge is a timed trail event on Friday, 09 October 2026 at Cuerden Valley visitor centre, Preston (Berkeley Dr, Bamber Bridge, Clayton-le-Woods, PR5 6BY). The course is off-road and undulating, starting and finishing at the visitor centre. Runners may complete as many laps of the 5k route as they wish within a six-hour limit. The Trail Running Association permit has been applied for and the event will be held under UKA rules.
Distances and format
- 5k lap around Cuerden Valley park
- Half marathon: four full 5k laps plus a short loop
- Marathon: eight full 5k laps plus a short loop
Completing one full lap qualifies as a finisher; finishers receive an official time and a bespoke medal.
Logistics and rules
Entry is capped at 100 entrants. Entries close on 09/10/2026. Entry fees: affiliated £25.00, unattached £27.00. Refunds are not permitted and no deferrals are available. Entry transfers are allowed up to one week before the event; organisers require the new runner’s details. All participants must be at least 18 years old; runners aged 18-19 may enter up to marathon distance, and runners aged 20 and over have no maximum distance. An aid station is provided at 3 miles with refreshments. The visitor centre will be open for refreshments. The course will be signed and marshaled, and on-site parking is available. £3 from every entry will be donated to Cuerden Valley Park. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
