Running around Oldham 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 Oldham—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: October 3, 2025

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1. Redbrook Reservoir loop via Eastergate Bridge — Peak District National Park

12.2km

01:34

300m

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

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2. Yeoman Hey & Greenfield Reservoirs — Peak District National Park

3.83km

00:25

70m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Pots and Pans Stone loop via Alderman's Hill — Peak District National Park

3.85km

00:32

180m

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

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4. The Trinnacle – Chew Reservoir loop from Greenfield

16.9km

01:56

400m

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

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5. Black Moss Reservoir – Redbrook Reservoir loop from Marsden

12.5km

01:35

290m

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

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6. Path Between the Reservoirs – Dovestone Reservoir loop from Greenfield

5.19km

00:34

80m

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

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7. Yeoman Hey Reservoir – Greenfield Reservoir loop from Greenfield

7.94km

00:54

130m

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

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8. Redbrook Reservoir – Standedge Trig Point loop from Haugh

24.9km

03:01

540m

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

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9. Redbrook Reservoir – Black Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Greenfield

45.1km

05:46

1,350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Alphin Pike Trig Point – Chew Reservoir loop from Greenfield

12.2km

01:33

360m

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

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The best running trails around Oldham

1. Redbrook Reservoir loop via Eastergate Bridge — Peak District National Park

2. Yeoman Hey & Greenfield Reservoirs — Peak District National Park

3. Pots and Pans Stone loop via Alderman's Hill — Peak District National Park

4. The Trinnacle – Chew Reservoir loop from Greenfield

5. Black Moss Reservoir – Redbrook Reservoir loop from Marsden

6. Path Between the Reservoirs – Dovestone Reservoir loop from Greenfield

7. Yeoman Hey Reservoir – Greenfield Reservoir loop from Greenfield

8. Redbrook Reservoir – Standedge Trig Point loop from Haugh

9. Redbrook Reservoir – Black Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Greenfield

10. Alphin Pike Trig Point – Chew Reservoir loop from Greenfield

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