Pendle Way in a Day
Barrowford, United Kingdom • 6 Feb 2027
Pendle Way In A Day : 6 February 2027, Barley (Lancashire)
Pendle Way In A Day is a winter, waymarked trail event on the Pendle Way near Barley in the South Pennines. The event is open to runners and walkers. Entries open 6 December 2025 and close 9 January 2027. Entry fee is £40. Minimum entrant age is 18. Transfers are allowed up to one month before the event. Dogs are not permitted. A donation will be made to local charitable causes. Parking is available close to the start in Barley.
Routes, course and required equipment
Distances and approximate ascent:
- 45 miles (approx 68.8 km) - full Pendle Way, 6100 ft ascent
- 30 miles (approx 46.5 km) - alternative route, 4500 ft ascent
The route is fully waymarked with Pendle Witch markers and passes villages including Blacko, Barnoldswick, Weets Hill, Earby, Laneshawbridge, Wycoller, Boulsworth Bottoms, Catlow Bottoms, Higham, Newchurch and includes a climb of Pendle Hill. GPX files, a full map and written instructions will be provided. As a winter route, entrants are required to carry specific kit: full body waterproof cover, map, headtorch and spare batteries, compass, whistle, mug, fully charged mobile phone and appropriate fell or trail footwear. Navigational ability and experience of sustained climbing in winter conditions are expected. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.