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Mere Sands Mile

Name: Mere Sands Mile
Start: 2026-11-01
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Rufford

Rufford, United Kingdom • 1 Nov 2026

Mere Sands Mile

Mere Sands Mile is an inclusive canicross event at Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve in Rufford, Ormskirk, Lancashire L40 1TG, England. The event takes place on 1 November 2026 and is organised by Sporting Paws. It is open to runners, walkers and their dogs and uses the reserve's trails.

The course follows scenic woodland tracks and natural trails that are mostly flat. The main run is timed rather than organised as a competition and no medals are awarded. A short social run around the reserve is offered after the main mile event.

Distances

1 mile timed run, relaxed format, no medals
2.5 km optional social run around the reserve

Facilities at the reserve include an on site visitor centre with a café, toilets and parking. Entries are handled through SiEntries with entry open from 6 March 2026 until 20 October 2026 and an entry fee of £7.50 for the 1 mile event. The event aims to provide a community oriented setting for outdoor activity and wildlife appreciation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Rufford

Race information

Registration

Social Run

1 Mile

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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