Running around Rossendale is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around Rossendale—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 29, 2025

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1. Horncliffe Wood loop from Helmshore

11.6km

01:13

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Rough Hill – Crook Hill loop from Whitworth

14.4km

01:42

360m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. M66 embankment loop from Edenfield

6.48km

00:41

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Running loop from Edgeside

7.27km

00:47

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Harcles Hill Cairn – Peel Tower loop from Edenfield

11.3km

01:22

310m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Knowl Hill loop from Waterfoot

23.7km

02:51

620m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Running loop from Edenfield

5.79km

00:37

70m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Peel Tower loop from Helmshore

11.3km

01:16

230m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Horncliffe Wood loop from Flax Moss

14.5km

01:34

200m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10. Steep Hillside Path – Bull Hill Trig Point loop from Edenfield

16.3km

01:56

350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails around Rossendale

1. Horncliffe Wood loop from Helmshore

2. Rough Hill – Crook Hill loop from Whitworth

3. M66 embankment loop from Edenfield

4. Running loop from Edgeside

5. Harcles Hill Cairn – Peel Tower loop from Edenfield

6. Knowl Hill loop from Waterfoot

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8. Peel Tower loop from Helmshore

9. Horncliffe Wood loop from Flax Moss

10. Steep Hillside Path – Bull Hill Trig Point loop from Edenfield

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