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Piethorne 10k

Rochdale, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

calendar_today 16 Aug, 2026

About the Event

Take on the rugged beauty of the South Pennines at the Piethorne 10K, a classic and challenging fell race set for Sunday, 16 August 2026 with a 10:00 AM start. Based from the Bulls Head pub in Newhey, Rochdale, this stunning 10-kilometer circular route packs in 900 feet of ascent as it weaves around the Piethorne and Ogden reservoirs, darting over and under the M62 motorway to touch the edges of Hollingworth Lake. Governed by Fell Runners Association rules, it's a true test for runners who relish twisty, technical trails and rewarding climbs amidst raw moorland scenery. With its incredibly affordable entry fee and welcoming, grassroots atmosphere, it's a beloved fixture in the Northern trail running calendar. Lace up your trail shoes for a proper, no-frills adventure that delivers incredible views and a genuine sense of achievement.

Races Offered

10 k

Aug 17, 2025

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Distance — 10K

terrain

Type — —

timer

10:00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Rochdale.

thermostat Temperature

11.6° / 18.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

9.6° / 16.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 6m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.2 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

13.6 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.9)

humidity_mid Humidity

81.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

05:50

nightlight Sunset

20:34

About Rochdale

Learn more about the host city, Rochdale.

Rochdale is a town in Greater Manchester in the North West of England. Its Victorian era town hall is widely recognized as being one of the finest municipal buildings in the country.