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You’ve arrived at the home of some of Britain’s most iconic canal ultras — including the Grand Union Canal Race (GUCR 145) and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Race (LLCR 130) — plus our brand new 40-mile taster event, the MonBrec Canal Race (MBCR 40).
These races aren’t just about the miles (though there are plenty of those) — they’re about the people. Each event is lovingly organised by a dedicated team of volunteers, supported by a tight-knit, slightly sleep-deprived community of runners, helpers, and canal-side legends.
Whether you’re dipping your toe in with MonBrec or going the distance at GUCR, you’ll be cheered, fed, encouraged, and occasionally patched up by people who get it. No big sponsors, no glitz — just real support, real camaraderie, and a shared love of going the distance.
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
2021 Financial Statements and Community Interest Company Report
Canalrace Community Interest Company's annual report (CIC 34) and financial statements for the year ended 30 September 2021 are now filed on the Companies House website here. See filing dated 17 Nov 2021. Canalrace C.I.C. is a not-for-profit ultra running company with...
GUCR 2022 Provisional Entry List
Below is the provisional list of runners for the 2022 Grand Union Canal Race allocated from the 234 entries received. Competitors that have paid their race-fees to confirm their place can be found on the GUCR Entry List. David Allan Samantha Amend Mark Anslow Sam...
New canal race for 2022 : Warwickshire Ring 111
The Warwickshire Ring 111 mile Canal Race starts on Saturday 25th June 2022 from Coventry Canal Basin - with the same location as its finish. Entries open from Thursday 23 September at 06:00 on SiEntries. Supported (with own crew): £55, Unsupported (tended by...
2022 Canalrace Season Entry Notes (updated 10 January)
10 January 2022 GUCR 2022 pre-registration on SiEntries closed at the stroke of midnight 31 October 2021 – the draw and allocation of all places is now complete. The provisional entry list can be found here; there is no waiting list. Pre-registration to enter the GUCR...
LLCR 2021 (Liverpool to Leeds) Results and Retirements
Sergey Ionov stayed in the game to ultimately take the victory, finishing in 23 hours 41 minutes - quite a feat following his 3rd place finish at Badwater 135 five weeks ago. First lady Chloe Brooks ran confidently from start to finish, arriving at Office Lock in 32...
LLCR (Liverpool to Leeds) 2021 Race Log & Live Results
Starting at 06:00 on Saturday 28th August you can see details of Retirements and Finishers on our Live Results section. Below also shows updates of all goings-on in the form of a race-log for the duration until the last canalrunner arrives in Leeds....