Panopticons Ultra
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Event overview
Panopticons Ultra is a point-to-point trail ultra on Saturday 23 May 2026 around East Lancashire. The route visits the four art installations known as The Panopticons and uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway at the foothills of Boulsworth Hill. The course passes Corporation Park in Blackburn, Colourfields, Halo (Haslingden), the Singing Ringing Tree (overlooking Burnley) and the Atom at Wycoller, finishing in the village of Trawden.
Distance and route
- 32 miles (52 km)
- 4,700 ft (1,430 m) total climb
A map, GPX file and basic written instructions will be provided.
Logistics and requirements
Entries open 16 May 2025 and close 20 May 2026. Entry fee is £35. Registration takes place in Trawden and transport is provided to the start. An overall cut-off at the finish gives a ten-hour time limit to complete the course. Transfers are allowed up to the close date and the event will make a donation to local charitable causes.
Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Some navigational ability is required. All entrants must carry a full body waterproof, map (OS 1:25k available), compass, whistle, mug and a fully charged mobile phone. Appropriate fell or trail footwear is required. Dogs are not allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
