Panopticons Ultra
Colne, United Kingdom • 23 May 2026
Panopticons Ultra
The Panopticons Ultra is a point-to-point trail race covering a distance of 32 miles (52 km) through East Lancashire and the South Pennines. The route features a total ascent of 4700 feet (1430 m), traversing a varied landscape of industrial heritage villages and rolling countryside hills.
Participants travel past four specific art installations known as "The Panopticons." The journey begins at Colourfields in Corporation Park, Blackburn, and visits the Halo in Haslingden, the Singing Ringing Tree near Burnley, and the Atom at Wycoller. The course utilizes sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way, and the Pennine Bridleway, eventually finishing in the village of Trawden.
The event follows a specific logistics plan where participants register in Trawden and are then transported to the start line in Blackburn. The challenge has a total time limit of 10 hours. Runners are expected to have basic navigational skills, as they will be provided with a map, GPX file, and written instructions to guide them through the course.
Available distances:
- 32 miles (52 km) with 4700 ft of elevation gain.
Required equipment for all entrants includes full body waterproof cover, a map, a compass, a whistle, a mug, and a fully charged mobile phone. Runners must wear appropriate trail or fell footwear. The minimum age for entry is 18 years old, and dogs are not permitted on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.