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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 course is approximately 32 miles (52 km) with about 4,700 ft (1,430 m) of climb. The route passes four art installations known as The Panopticons by Mid Pennine Arts and crosses trails in the South Pennines and local footpaths.

Entries open 16 May 2025 and close 20 May 2026. The entry fee is £35. Registration is managed through SiEntries and the event is organised by Run JMC. Transfers are allowed up to the event close date and the organiser will make a donation to local charitable causes.

Course, logistics and requirements

Runners are transported to the start at Corporation Park in Blackburn and finish in the village of Trawden. The route passes Colourfields, Halo, the Singing Ringing Tree and Atom at Wycoller, and uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway near Boulsworth Hill. A map, GPX file and basic written instructions will be provided.

Entrants must be at least 18 years old and no dogs are allowed. Some navigational ability is required. Mandatory or recommended kit includes full body waterproof cover, map, compass, whistle, mug, fully charged mobile phone and appropriate fell or trail footwear. Parking is available near the finish village. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Colne

Race information

Website Registration
52 km
1430 m+
32 mi
4700 m+
32 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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