Canalathon Ultra
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Event overview
The Canalathon-Ultra Running Festival is scheduled for 22 March 2026 at Sowerby Bridge Cricket Club, Walton Street, Sowerby Bridge, West Yorkshire (HX6 1AN). The event is organised by Qswim Adventure (T/A Uswim Adventure Limited). Entries open 2 April 2025 and close 15 March 2026. Minimum entry age is 16; listed age range for entries is 16 to 98 years. Entry fees are published for each distance, including a relay option for the 100 km event. Entry is managed through SiEntries and requires logging in or registering.
Courses and distances
- 100 km
- 50 km
- Half Marathon
- 10 km
Course details: the 100 km is an out-and-back route from Sowerby Bridge along the Rochdale Canal towpath with minimal elevation. The 50 km follows the full length of the Rochdale Canal, starting at Ancoats and finishing in Sowerby Bridge. The half marathon starts near The Summit, Todmorden, and finishes at Sowerby Bridge. The 10 km starts and finishes in Sowerby Bridge. Surfaces are mainly hard and dry; trail running shoes are recommended. Navigation is minimal.
Facilities and services
All distances use chip timing and signed, marshalled courses. The event offers aid stations with food and drinks (participants are asked to bring a cup or bottle), mobile first aid, sweepers, emergency pick-up if needed, transport option for 50 km and half marathon runners, free parking, on-course portaloo facilities, changing and showers, post-race hot food, goody bags, medals, photos, and prizes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
