PFW Running - Cottam Canter
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PFW Running - Cottam Canter
PFW Running - Cottam Canter is scheduled for Saturday 8th May 2027 at the UCLAN Sports Arena in Cottam, Preston, Lancashire. The event uses a 5K loop that begins in the arena grounds and follows the Lancaster canal towpath, passing canal locks and the Millennium Ribble Link before entering Haslam Park. The route loops around the park and lake, returns to the canal and finishes back at the sports arena.
Course and distances are as follows:
- 5K loop
- 10K two loops
- Half marathon four loops plus a short out and back
- Marathon eight loops plus a short out and back
- Ultra as many laps as desired within a six hour limit; last lap must start within five hours fifteen minutes
On the day runners can expect packaged sweet and savoury snacks, drinks including water and cordial, a bespoke medal and post run goodies. The route will be fully marked and medical cover will be provided. The event is held under UKA rules and has a Trail Running Association race permit number to be announced. Maximum entries are limited to 100 and entries close on 07/05/2027.
The UCLAN Sports Arena offers changing rooms, toilets, showers, a cafe and free parking. All participants must be over 18; those aged 18 to 19 may compete up to the marathon distance while participants aged 20 and over have no maximum distance. Refunds are not permitted; transfers or deferrals are allowed up to one week before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
