Leeds & Liverpool Canal Running Event – Rodley

Flat, Scenic & Perfect for Every Runner

Distances from 10K to Ultra Marathon

Join us on one of Yorkshire's most popular canal-side running events, starting from Rodley, Leeds. Whether you're taking on your first 10K, chasing a marathon PB, or tackling an ultra marathon, this flat and scenic route along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal offers the perfect challenge.

With chip timing, excellent support, and beautiful towpath running, this event is suitable for runners of all abilities.

Why You'll Love This Event

✅ Flat towpath route with only gentle elevation around the locks

✅ Chip-timed results

✅ Fully marshalled course

✅ Feed stations approximately every 3 miles*

✅ Bespoke finisher's medal

✅ Post-race treats for all finishers

*This is a cup-less event. Please bring your own reusable bottle or cup.

Perfect For

Runners looking for events in Leeds

First-time 10K or half marathon runners

Marathon and ultra marathon training races

PB hunters seeking a fast, flat course

Anyone who loves scenic Yorkshire canal paths

Race Day Information

Registration & Race HQ

Rodley Cricket Club

Canal Bank Sports Ground

Moss Bridge Road

Rodley

Leeds

LS13 1RL

Parking

Parking is available at Rodley Cricket Club for £5 cash, with proceeds supporting the club.

Licence

Licensed by the Trail Running Association (TRA).

Start Times

Distance

Start Time

20 Miles

8:30 AM

Marathon

8:30 AM

| Half Marathon | 9:00 AM |

| 10K | 10:00 AM |

Course Information

10K

Single 10km canal route.

Half Marathon

Single half marathon route.

20 Miles

The 10-mile route completed twice.

Marathon

The half marathon route completed twice.

Getting Here

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By Bus

Good transport links from:

Leeds

Bradford

Shipley

Bingley

Keighley

By Car

Car sharing is encouraged wherever possible.

Runner Information

No over-ear headphones permitted

Bone-conducting headphones or "one ear in, one ear out" only

GPX route files are available and should be downloaded before race day

If you withdraw during the event, please inform the nearest marshal

Distance downgrades may be available on the day, subject to race conditions

Transfers and deferrals can be arranged online up to 72 hours before the event

Join the Community

For race updates, event information, and runner support, join the Grim Up North Chat Facebook group.

Ready to Run?

✨ Experience a friendly, welcoming canal race in the heart of Yorkshire. From first-time 10K runners to seasoned ultra marathoners, there's a distance for everyone at Rodley.

Enter today and enjoy one of the flattest and most scenic running events in Yorkshire.*

Description supplied by the event organiser.