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Welcome to the official website of Britain's longest, toughest, non-stop running race. The Grand Union Canal Race (GUCR) is run from the centre of Birmingham to the centre of London along the Grand Union Canal. Competitors are required to complete the 145 mile distance within the time limit of 45 hours.

This website should provide you with all the information you require on the race including entry details, results, route details, stories and advice from previous competitors, photos and much more.

Latest News

07/11/2011 - PROVISIONAL ENTRY LIST FOR 2012
The provisional list is down to 133 names - click the blue heading to view. 12/09/2011 - Sophie's Lady Macbeth
Many of you will know Sophie Brooke as one of the stars who help make our race possible. She's currently starring in another role, touring with the Icarus Theatre. The address below will take you to tour details. http://www.icarustheatre.co.uk/shows/macbeth.html 02/09/2011 - The Eighteenth GUCR will start at 6am on 2nd June 2012
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee celebrations mean that the 2012 race will begin a week later than usual. Entry fees are held at £45 for runners with their own support and £70 for the unsupported runners that we look after. For entry details, click on the blue headline .

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