The Watergrove Weekly parkrun offers a free, challenging, and incredibly scenic 5K (3.1 miles) experience every Saturday at 9:00 AM in Rochdale, UK. This well-known hilly course, featuring approximately 117 meters (383 feet) of elevation gain, traverses loose and stony bridleways and cobbles around Watergrove Reservoir, providing stunning views across the Pennines. Participants of all abilities are welcome to walk, jog, or run this unique route, fostering a strong local community spirit where post-event coffee and chat are as much a part of the experience as the run itself. To join, simply register online once, print your barcode, and show up ready to move.
Race
5 km
Race Date:
14 June, 2025
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun is a free, weekly community event held every Saturday morning at 9:00 AM in the stunning and challenging terrain around Watergrove Reservoir in Rochdale, UK. This popular event offers a unique opportunity for people of all abilities to walk, jog, run, or volunteer, enjoying the beautiful, hilly course and fostering a strong local community spirit.
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FAQs
What is the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
How long is the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
Where does the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
How can I prepare for the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun is a free, weekly community event held every Saturday morning at 9:00 AM in the stunning and challenging terrain around Watergrove Reservoir in Rochdale, UK. This popular event offers a unique opportunity for people of all abilities to walk, jog, run, or volunteer, enjoying the beautiful, hilly course and fostering a strong local community spirit.
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k is 5km long.
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k takes place in Rochdale, Lancashire.
Runna classifies the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k elevation profile as Hilly.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun is a free, weekly community event held every Saturday morning at 9:00 AM in the stunning and challenging terrain around Watergrove Reservoir in Rochdale, UK. This popular event offers a unique opportunity for people of all abilities to walk, jog, run, or volunteer, enjoying the beautiful, hilly course and fostering a strong local community spirit.
How long is the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k is 5km long.
Where does the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k take place?
The Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k takes place in Rochdale, Lancashire.
What is the elevation gain of the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
Runna classifies the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k elevation profile as Hilly.
How can I prepare for the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Watergrove Weekly parkrun 5k?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
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Nature
Kid friendly
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