Tower to Castle Ultra

Tower to Castle Ultra 30

Scheduled for Saturday 26 September 2026, the Tower to Castle Ultra covers 30.9 miles between Blackpool Tower and Lancaster Castle. The route follows the promenade, coastal paths and some country road sections and includes a short sea crossing by ferry from Fleetwood to Knott End. The course is way-marked and road crossings are managed by marshals.

Route composition:

• 9.3 miles Promenade
• 0.2 mile Sea crossing Fleetwood to Knott End
• 6 miles Quiet country roads
• 15 miles Coastal paths and disused railway

Elevation changes on the course are modest with approximately +472 ft and -413 ft overall. There are compulsory checkpoints along the route; each checkpoint supplies water and a selection of supplementary snacks. A drink will be available at the finish. Checkpoint locations are published to registered entrants before the event.

Mandatory kit includes a waterproof coat or running jacket with sealed seams, a long sleeved base layer, at least 1 litre of water, a fully charged mobile phone, a foil blanket and a whistle. Entrants may have one competitor bag transferred to the finish; bag dimensions should not exceed 56 x 45 x 25 cm and must be dropped at registration. Return coach transport to Blackpool is provided for a fee and must be prebooked.

Pre-registration is required, there are no entries on the day, and the event is restricted to participants aged 18 or over. Entry closes on Sunday 20 September 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.