Canalathon Ultra

The Canalathon Ultra Running Festival, held at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club in West Yorkshire, offers runners scenic courses along the Rochdale Canal through historic industrial towns in Yorkshire and Lancashire. Distances include 100km, 50km, half marathon, and 10km, all featuring flat, well-maintained canal towpaths with minimal elevation, ideal for fast times. The 100km is an out-and-back route from Sowerby Bridge, while the 50km runs from Ancoats to Sowerby Bridge.

The event emphasizes minimal navigation and no hill climbing, supported by aid stations with refreshments. Facilities include chip timing, marshalled courses, free parking, showers, and post-race food, creating a well-organized and welcoming atmosphere for ultra and shorter distance runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.