List of Ramsbottom road closures for Black Pudding Throwing

The world-famous competition returns to Bridge Street on Sunday, September 13, with competitors battling it out by throwing black puddings at Yorkshire puddings perched on a 20ft-high plinth.

To accommodate the event, five roads will be affected, with closures in place between 7am and 8pm.

The full list of affected roads is:

• Bridge Street – between Crow Lane and Bolton Street.
• Square Street – between Smithy Street and Bridge Street.
• Silver Street – from Bridge Street for 30 metres southbound.
• Crow Lane – on the east side, between Church Street and Athol Street.
• Ramsbottom Lane – on the east side, from 118 metres north of Bridge Street to Factory Street.

Whoever topples the most by the end of the day walks away with £100, a trophy, and the title of World Black Throwing Champion (Image: Phil Taylor)

Visitors heading into the town are being advised to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys because of the closures.

The 2026 championship will take place from 11am until 5pm, according to organisers.

The quirky competition dates back to 1984 and has become one of Ramsbottom’s best-known events.

A junior competition will also be held for children aged four to 14, using a 10-foot plinth (Image: Phil Taylor)

There is a small entry fee for those wanting to take part, while this year’s event is raising money for Bury Hospice and Ramsbottom Pantry.

The road restrictions are due to remain in place until 8pm on Sunday.

To find out more visit: https://www.blackpuddingthrowing.com/