Background
We’ve revised the Windmill Grand Prix for 2026 to make it simpler, fairer, and more focused on turnout, improvement, and supporting the club in team participation.
This year isn’t just about road races...
XC, Track & Relays all count too.
This is about running together, supporting races, backing your teammates, and keeping the club representation that we see so brilliantly in Interclub Season alive all year.
- Your best 8 results count
- Points for:
- Finishing
- Being a Top 3 Lytham finisher
- Running a PB / course best
- One wildcard race not on the list below worth a single point.
PLUS...
BONUS POINTS for club commitment and team representation:
- +1 point for every Cross Country race
- +1 point for every Track & Field meeting
- +1 point for Relay events
No performance pressure, just turning up for the club.
The races included in the series have been chosen to support local clubs wherever possible, as they also support our races and are spread throughout the calendar year, so plenty of opportunity to get points and improve.
Whether you're chasing podium places, working on personal progress, or simply enjoying the thrill of race day, this series has something for everyone. The focus is on consistency, improvement, and community – so let's make this a fantastic season of racing together!
Good luck, and see you at the start line!
Grand Prix events
The events that will make up the grand prix for the 2026 season are:
| Race | Distance | Date | Notes | Entries and Information |
| Power of 5k | 5k | 23rd January 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| St Annes 10 mile | 10 miles | 25th January 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Blackburn Winter Warmer | 10 km | 1st February 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Lancaster Valentine's 10k | 10 km | 15th February 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Garstang Gallop 7 Mile | 7 miles | 8th March 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Power of 5k | 5 km | 20th March 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Pendle 5 Mile Trail | 5 miles | 21st March 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Northern Athletics Road Relays (Spring) | 28th March 2026 | Info and Entry | ||
| 3 Bridges 10K | 10 km | 19th April 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Preston Fast 5K | 5 km | 22nd April 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Beaverbrooks 10K | 10 km | 10th May 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Power of 5K | 5 km | 15th May 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Preston Fast 5K | 5 km | 20th May 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Farmyard Five | 5?? | ?? June 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Preston Fast 5k | 5 km | 17th June 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Scorton Supper Run | ?? | ?? July 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Calder Vale Supper Run | ?? | 7th July 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Power of 5K | 5 km | 10th July 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Preston Fast 5K | 5 km | 15th July 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| August - no GP race | ||||
| Northern Road Relays TBA (Autumn) | ?? September 2026 | Info and Entry | ||
| Power of 5K | 5 km | 4th September 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Wesham 10K | 10 km | ?? October 2026 | Info and Entry | |
| Windmill 10K | ?? November 2026 | Info and Entry | ||
| Christmas Cracker 10K | 10 km | ?? December 2026 | Info and Entry |