Monbrec Canal 40 mile Race (MBCR) 2026
Malpas – Brecon
“The Welsh Run”
Saturday 25th April 2026 07:00 at Malpas Cricket Club, Malpas, Wales
Join us for the Malpas to Brecon Canal Run, a shared journey along one of the most beautiful and characterful waterways in the UK. Following the way-marked Mon & Brec Canal Towpath, this point-to-point run traces the quiet rhythm of the canal from the English border deep into the heart of Wales.
Grand Union Canal 145 mile Race (GUCR) 2026
Birmingham – London
“The Long Run”
Saturday 23rd May 2026 06:00 at Gas Street, Birmingham, UK
Widely hailed as one of Britain’s most iconic ultras, this 145-mile non-stop adventure starts at Gas Street Basin in the heart of Birmingham and finishes in Little Venice, right in the middle of London.
Following the well-marked Grand Union Canal towpath all the way, the route is easy to navigate and mostly flat — winding through a mix of buzzing cityscapes and peaceful countryside. There’s a bit of everything along the way, making it a unique challenge for every kind of runner.
Leeds & Liverpool Canal 130 mile Race (LLCR) 2026
Liverpool – Leeds
“The Trans-Pennine Run”
Saturday 29th August 2026 06:00 at Old Hall St, Liverpool, UK
Starting in Liverpool and finishing in Leeds, this 130-mile towpath race follows the historic Leeds & Liverpool Canal through the heart of the “Industrial North.”
Expect a surprising mix of peaceful countryside and engineering wonders like the mile-long Burnley Embankment and the impressive Bingley Five Rise staircase — two of the “Seven Wonders of the Waterways.”
A perfect blend of grit, history, and stunning views for runners seeking a true adventure.
Latest News
LLCR 2017 Provisional Entry List
Below is the provisional list of runners for the 4th Liverpool - Leeds 130 mile Canal Race on Saturday 26th August 2017 starting at 06:00 from Old Hall Street. Note places are still available. If you would like to compete, Pre-register below or Email...
KACR 2017 Provisional Entry List
Below is the provisional list of runners for the 1st Bristol - London, Kennet & Avon Canal 145 mile Race on FRIDAY 28th July 2017 starting at 06:00 from Bristol Temple Meads. Best wishes, Keith. p.s limited places are still available If you would like to compete,...
GUCR 2017 Provisional Entry List
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
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
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
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...