Bowland Trail Half
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Event
The Bowland Trail Half 2026 takes place on 10 January 2026 at Slaidburn Village Hall, Slaidburn, Clitheroe, BB7 3ES. The event is organised by Bowland Ultra and is a fundraising event for local foodbanks. Entries open on 1 July 2025 and close on 1 January 2026. Entry fees listed in the source range from £29 to £39 depending on affiliation and date of entry. The minimum age is 18. The entry list shows 9 participants so far.
Course and logistics
The route starts and finishes in Slaidburn and is approximately 13 miles (approx) with 2,000 ft of ascent. The course is unmarked; runners follow a written route description and are provided with a map. A GPX route file is available on the race website and will be sent in the final race email. Marshals will be placed at key points but not at every junction. There is a mandatory kit list for safety. The terrain includes vehicle tracks, techy singletrack, road sections and boggy areas. The organiser notes that January conditions may include rain, ice, snow, high winds and frost. Finishers receive a meal and a memento. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.