Bowland Trail Half
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Bowland Trail Half 2027
The Bowland Trail Half is an unmarked, mixed-terrain course of roughly 13 miles with about 2,000 ft of ascent, starting and finishing at Slaidburn, the gateway to the Forest of Bowland. The route combines vehicle tracks that can be fast and runnable, flowing singletrack, sections of road and stretches of boggy, steep climbs.
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 positioned at key points to help with safety and direction, but the course is not marked at every junction. There is a mandatory kit list for safety.
The event takes place in January in the north and participants should be prepared for winter conditions including rain, ice, snow, high winds and frost. Finishers receive a meal and a memento. The event raises funds for Morecambe Bay foodbank.
Entry requirements and administrative details include a minimum age of 18, early and standard entry fee tiers, a £4 discount for recognised athletics or running association affiliations, and options for refunds or transfers under specified deadlines and fees. An optional third party race insurance product is offered through the entry provider. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
