Panopticons Ultra
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Event
The Panopticons Ultra is a trail ultra event on 23 May 2026, organised by Run JMC. It is a point-to-point route of 32 miles (52 km) with approximately 4700 ft (1430 m) of climb. There is a 10-hour time limit to complete the course. A map, GPX file and basic written instructions will be provided.
Course and practical information
The route runs around East Lancashire on trails in the South Pennines and visits four art installations known as The Panopticons: Colourfields, Halo, the Singing Ringing Tree and the Atom. It uses sections of the Pennine Way, the Rossendale Way and the Pennine Bridleway near the foothills of Boulsworth Hill. The event starts at Corporation Park in Blackburn and finishes in the village of Trawden. Transport to the start will be provided and registration takes place in Trawden; parking is available nearby.
Entrants must be at least 18 years old. Competitors are required to wear appropriate fell or trail footwear and to carry a full-body waterproof, map, compass, whistle, mug and a fully charged mobile phone. Some navigational ability is needed. No dogs are allowed. Entries open 16 May 2025 and close 20 May 2026. The entry fee is £35. Transfers are allowed up to the close date and the event will make a donation to local charitable causes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.