Panopticons Ultra
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About the race
Panopticons Ultra is a point-to-point trail ultra of 32 miles (approximately 52 km) around East Lancashire, following trails in the South Pennines and visiting the four art installations known as The Panopticons by Mid Pennine Arts.
The route begins at Colourfields in Corporation Park, Blackburn, and passes Halo on the hills of Haslingden, the Singing Ringing Tree overlooking Burnley and the Atom at Wycoller, before finishing in the village of Trawden. The course uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway around the foothills of Boulsworth Hill. Total ascent is listed as 4,700 ft (about 1,430 m).
A map, GPX file and basic written instructions are provided. Transport from the finish village to the start is arranged and parking is available nearby; participants are asked to park sensibly if in the village. The event applies a 10 hour overall time limit to complete the route.
Minimum entrant age is 18 years and dogs are not allowed. Entrants are required to carry a full body waterproof cover, map, compass, whistle, mug and a fully charged mobile phone, and must wear appropriate fell or trail footwear. Entry fee is £40. The organiser makes a donation to local charitable causes. Entries open 21 May 2026 and close 19 May 2027. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
