Panopticons Ultra

Colne, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026

Event overview

Panopticons Ultra is a point-to-point trail ultra held in East Lancashire on 23 May 2026. The route covers 32 miles (about 52 km) with approximately 4,700 ft (about 1,430 m) of climb. The course visits four art installations by Mid Pennine Arts: Colourfields, Halo, the Singing Ringing Tree, and the Atom at Wycoller. The event is organised by Run JMC.

Route and logistics

The route starts at Corporation Park in Blackburn and finishes in the village of Trawden. It uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway, passing the foothills of Boulsworth Hill and several East Lancashire villages. A map, GPX file and basic written instructions are provided. Registration takes place in Trawden and transport is provided to the start line. Parking is available nearby; entrants are asked to park sensibly. A finish cut-off is applied.

Entry and requirements

Entries open 16 May 2025 and close 20 May 2026. The entry fee is £35. Entry requires registration with SiEntries. Transfers are allowed up to the close date and the event will make a donation to local charitable causes. Minimum entrant age is 18 years. Entrants must carry required kit including full body waterproof cover, map, compass, whistle, mug and a fully charged mobile phone, and must wear appropriate fell or trail footwear. Some navigational ability is required. Dogs are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

52 km
32 mi
32 Miles
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