Panopticons Ultra
Colne, United Kingdom • 22 May 2027
Panopticons Ultra
The Panopticons Ultra is a new point to point trail ultra around East Lancashire. The route covers 32 miles with approximately 4,700 ft of climb (52 km, 1,430 m). It follows trails in the South Pennines and visits four art installations known as the Panopticons by Mid Pennine Arts.
The route begins at Corporation Park in Blackburn and finishes in the village of Trawden. Along the way it passes the installs Colourfields on the former cannon battery, Halo on the hills of Haslingden, the Singing Ringing Tree overlooking Burnley, and the Atom at Wycoller.
The course uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway near the foothills of Boulsworth Hill. The route moves through villages reflecting East Lancashire’s industrial heritage and the surrounding rolling countryside.
A map, GPX file and basic written instructions are provided. Registration takes place in Trawden and parking is available nearby. Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Some navigational ability is required. Entrants are required to carry full body waterproof cover, a map, a compass, a whistle, a mug and a fully charged mobile phone. Appropriate fell or trail footwear must be worn. No dogs are allowed. A donation from the event will be made to local charitable causes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.