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Name: PFW Running - Granny's Bay Challenge
Start: 2025-03-09
End: 2025-03-09
Location: Lytham St Annes

Lytham St Annes, United Kingdom • 9 Mar 2025

The PFW Running - Granny's Bay Challenge is a popular running event returning for its fourth year, set in the scenic seaside town of Lytham. Participants can enjoy a flat, 5.24-mile out-and-back course along the Ribble estuary, starting at the Fylde Spitfire Memorial. Runners can complete as many laps as they wish within a six-hour time limit, with options for marathon and half-marathon distances. All finishers receive an official time and a medal. The event is open to individuals aged 18 and over, with specific distance restrictions for younger participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Lytham St Annes

Race information

Website

5 mi

5.24 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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