Pendle Way in a Day

Barrowford, United Kingdom • 6 Feb 2027

Pendle Way In A Day

Pendle Way In A Day is a winter ultra trail challenge following the Pendle Way in East Lancashire. The event is waymarked and open to runners and walkers aged 18 or older. It covers moorland and trails across the South Pennines and includes significant ascent and navigational sections.

Distances:

  • 45 miles (approx 68.8 km) with 6100 ft ascent (1848 m)
  • 30 miles (approx 46.5 km) with 4500 ft ascent (1343 m)

The route is a full circular of the Pendle Way starting in Barley at the foot of Pendle and passes through villages including Blacko, Barnoldswick via Weets Hill, Earby, Laneshawbridge, Wycoller, Boulsworth Bottoms, Catlow Bottoms, Higham and Newchurch, and includes a climb up Pendle Hill. The shorter option follows a modified route to Laneshawbridge before rejoining the Pendle Way. The course is waymarked with the Pendle Witch and the organiser provides a full map, GPX files and written instructions.

This is a winter event requiring appropriate kit. Entrants must carry waterproof body cover, map, headtorch and spare batteries, compass, whistle, mug and a fully charged mobile phone, and must wear appropriate fell or trail footwear. Checkpoint closure times apply and there is an overall finish cut off at midnight. Parking is available close to the start. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

45 mi
Walker 45 Mile
45 mi
Runner 45 Mile
30 mi
Runner 30 Mile
30 mi
Walker 30 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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