20 Barriers
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20 Barriers Race
The 20 Barriers Race is a countryside running event based at Carnforth High School, Kellet Road, Carnforth LA5 9LS, held annually in early July. It is organised under FRA rules and is open to competitors aged 16 or over on the day of the race. Entry is on the night only with a fee of £10 and all profits are directed to a local youth charity.
The course is a 5 mile scenic loop on field paths, trails and a canal towpath to the south of Carnforth. The route crosses multiple stiles and other field boundaries, which give the event its name. The barriers are not expected to present unusual hazards, and trail or studded shoes are advised. Since 2022 the race uses a traditional return route through the Lundsfield quarry area, following yellow marker posts to the Kellet Road canal bridge and then a pale green footbridge down to the towpath. The 2026 map shows an anti clockwise loop.
Changes to the start and finish have been made because of new perimeter fencing at the school and these changes are now permanent. Organisers provide goody bags for the first three men and the first three women and other spot prizes at the finish. To reduce plastic use, some water and juice are available at the finish and participants are asked to use a reusable drinking cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
