PFW Running - Curvy Cuerden Challenge
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Event overview
The Curvy Cuerden Challenge is a six-hour timed trail event held at Cuerden Valley visitor centre in Preston (Berkeley Dr, Bamber Bridge, Clayton-le-Woods, PR5 6BY). The entry fees listed are £25.00 for affiliated runners and £27.00 for unattached runners. Maximum entries are limited to 100 and entries close on 09/10/2026. The event is held under UKA rules and a Trail Running Association permit has been applied for.
Course and logistics
The base loop is a 5k undulating trail around Cuerden Valley park. Runners may complete as many 5k laps as they like within the six-hour limit. Finishers who complete at least one lap receive an official time and a bespoke medal.
Distances specified:
- 5 km lap
- Marathon: eight laps plus a short loop
- Half marathon: four full laps plus a short loop
There will be an aid station at about 3 miles with refreshments. The course will be fully signed and marshalled. The visitor centre will be open for refreshments, and on-site parking is available. Refunds and deferrals are not permitted. Transfers to another runner are allowed up to one week before the event. A donation of £3 from each entry will be made to Cuerden Valley Park. Participants must be at least 18 years old; runners aged 18-19 may compete up to marathon distance and those 20 and over have no maximum distance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
