Panopticons Ultra

Panopticons Ultra

Panopticons Ultra is a point to point trail ultra of 32 miles (52 km) around East Lancashire that visits the four art installations known as The Panopticons by Mid Pennine Arts. The route includes approximately 4,700 ft of climb (about 1,430 m) and follows varied off road terrain in the South Pennines.

Runners are transported to the start at Corporation Park in Blackburn to begin at Colourfields. The route passes Halo on the hills of Haslingden, the Singing Ringing Tree overlooking Burnley and the Atom at Wycoller before finishing in the village of Trawden. It uses sections of established paths including parts of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway near the foothills of Boulsworth Hill. The course takes in villages with local industrial heritage and rolling countryside.

A map, GPX file and basic written instructions will be provided. Transport to the start is arranged and registration takes place in Trawden with parking available nearby. Entries open 16 May 2025 and close 20 May 2026; the entry fee is £35. Transfers are allowed up to the close date and the event will make a donation to local charitable causes.

Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Some navigational ability is required and specific kit is mandatory, including full body waterproof cover, map, compass, whistle, mug, fully charged mobile phone and appropriate fell or trail footwear. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.