Cottam Canter
A great day of running on a 5k course along the canal towpath and at one of Preston's loveliest parks
| Date | Saturday 10th May, 2025 |
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| Distance | Marathon + other events: 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Ultra |
| Location | UCLan Sports Arena |
| Town/City | Preston |
| Area | Lancashire |
| Start postcode | PR2 1SG |
| Start time | 10:00am |
| Organiser | Michael Pate |
| Website | Visit website |
| Run For Charity |  Start Fundraising On GoFundMe |
Starting in the grounds of the sports arena before heading out onto the Lancaster canal towpath, runners will head towards Preston before dropping down through the canal locks and following the millennium Ribble link. From here the course will take you through the tree lined paths of Haslam Park, which will loop round the park and lake, before returning to the canal, at the far side of the park. You will then head back towards the sports arena to cross the finish line.
The course will be over a 5k loop. The 10K will be two loops of the course, the Half Marathon will be four loops plus short out/back, Marathon 8 loops and short out/back, Ultra will be as many laps as you wish within six hour limit. (NB: last lap must start within 5H 30 Min).
All runners will receive a bespoke medal as well as post run goodies. You will be kept going with lots of snacks, drinks and plenty of encouragement. The UCLAN sports arena has all the facilities you would expect, changing rooms, toilets, showers, cafe & free parking.
