PFW Running - Cottam Canter
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PFW Running - Cottam Canter
PFW Running - Cottam Canter takes place on Saturday, 8 May 2027 at the UCLAN Sports Arena in Cottam, Preston, Lancashire. The event uses a looped course that starts in the grounds of the sports arena and follows the Lancaster canal towpath.
Runners head toward Preston, pass through canal locks and follow the Millennium Ribble Link. The route then runs through the tree lined paths of Haslam Park, loops around the park and lake, returns to the canal at the far side of the park, and finishes back at the sports arena. The base venue provides changing rooms, toilets, showers, a cafe and free parking.
Course and race format details:
- 5K
- 10K (two laps)
- Half marathon (four laps plus a short out and back)
- Marathon (eight laps plus a short out and back)
- Ultra (as many laps as desired within a six hour limit; last lap must start within 5 hours 15 minutes)
The route is described as undulating with both off road and paved sections. The event is fully marked and includes medical cover. On the day there will be sweet and savoury snacks, water, cordial and coke, and bespoke medals with post run goodies. The event is held under UKA rules and has a Trail Running Association race permit number to be announced. All entrants must be over 18; 18 to 19 year olds may enter up to the marathon distance, while entrants over 20 have no maximum distance. Entries are limited to 100 and close on 07/05/2027. Refunds are not permitted; transfers or deferrals are allowed up to one week before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
