Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 mile Race

Embark on the ultimate Trans-Pennine odyssey at the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Race, a gruelling 130-mile non-stop ultra from Liverpool to Leeds starting at 06:00 on Saturday, 29th August 2026. This quintessential low-frills, high-challenge event follows the historic towpath, traversing England's industrial heartland and scenic countryside, including the breathtaking Burnley Embankment and the Bingley Five Rise locks. With a generous 40-hour cutoff, it welcomes runners aged 20+ who possess marathon experience and a resilient spirit, offering both supported and unsupported entry options. Organised entirely by volunteers, the race embodies pure community ultra-running, providing essential checkpoints, detailed maps, and a profound sense of camaraderie over every relentless mile. Secure your place in this no-nonsense, legendary test where finishing is the only true prize, and the shared journey along Britain's longest single canal becomes an unforgettable personal conquest.