Welcome to the official website of Britain’s longest, non-stop, point-to-point towpath running races, the Grand Union Canal Race (GUCR 145), Kennet & Avon Canal Race (KACR 145) and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Race (LLCR 130). The “Canalslam” totalling over 400 miles.

24th May 2025

25th July 2025

23rd August 2025

Latest News

GUCR 2017 Provisional Entry List

by Keith Godden | Nov 11, 2016 | GUCR

Thank you to Baz Taylor, Gin Lawson, Mark Haynes, Glyn Raymen, Dick Kearn, Maisy and Cathy for their company and assistance for the draw tonight. Below is the provisional list of runners for GUCR 2017 drawn from the 215 entries. Best. Keith 160 competitors in surname...

LLCR, KACR, GUCR & Canalslam 2017 Entry

by Keith Godden | Jul 1, 2016 | GUCR, KACR, LLCR

2017 KACR, GUCR and Canalslam series entrants should Pre-register on SiEntries. Or request entry information from Keith. For the LLCR Pre-register on SiEntries or contact Dick. Note our new Canalrace C.I.C. email addresses below. LLCR 130 PLACES Available To compete,...

LLCR 130 2016 places available

by Dick Kearn | Jun 27, 2016 | LLCR

We've had a few withdrawals so if you know of anyone who fancies a longish run over the August Bank Holiday weekend - dickjan@talk21.com is the email address to contact. Thanks, Dick.

Canal Race News

by Keith Godden | Jun 17, 2016 | GUCR, KACR, LLCR

Some may already be aware, but for those who haven’t heard, Keith Godden, Wayne Simpson and I have joined forces to form the Canal Race C.I.C. Now before anyone thinks that after all these years Old Dick’s gone commercial on us, I should explain that the Canal Race...

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