Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race (LLCR)
Liverpool, United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2026
Event Details
The Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 Mile Race (LLCR), also referred to as the Trans-Pennine Run, is scheduled for 29th August 2026. It is a non-stop, point-to-point ultra-distance race open to participants aged 20 or older.
Race Route
The course follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal towpath from Old Hall Street in Liverpool to Office Lock in Leeds. The route includes historic and scenic sections, such as the Burnley Embankment and the Bingley Five Rise staircase.
Support and Logistics
Runners can choose between Supported (with their own crew) or Unsupported (assisted by the organisers) categories. Unsupported entries are limited to 75 participants. Feed points with snacks and drinks are available approximately every 10 to 15 miles. There is no medical backup on the course, but transport to the nearest station is provided for unsupported runners who retire. Support crews are permitted along the entire route, and solo buddy runners can join from 70 miles onwards. The event has a 40-hour time limit to complete the 130-mile distance.
Entry Information
Entry is limited to 100 runners on a first-come, first-served basis, with no lottery. Fees range from £75 to £77 for Supported entries and £115 to £117 for Unsupported entries, including booking fees. The race operates under UK Athletics rules with permission from the Canal & River Trust. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.