Leeds & Liverpool Canal Running Event – Rodley

Flat, Scenic & Perfect for All Distances – 5K to Ultra Marathon

Take on one of Yorkshire’s most popular running events along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal starting from Rodley, Leeds. With distances from 5K to Ultra Marathon, this flat, chip-timed trail race is ideal for beginners and PB-chasers alike.

• Flat towpath with gentle elevation around locks
• Chip-timed and fully marshalled
•  Feed stations every 3 miles (cup-less, bring a bottle/cup)
•  Bespoke medal & post-race treats for all finishers
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Perfect if you’re searching for:

• Running events in Leeds
• Flat marathon or ultra marathon UK
• Beginner-friendly 5K or 10K
• Yorkshire trail races on scenic canal paths

Race Day Info

• Registration: Rodley Cricket Club. Canal Bank Sports Ground, Moss Bridge Road, Rodley, LS13 1RL
• Parking at the Cricket Club is £5 cash, which goes towards the clubs funds.
• Licence: Trail Running Association (TRA)

Start Times:

• 5K – 8:30 AM
•  10K – 10:00 AM
• 10 Miles – 9:30 AM
• Half Marathon – 9:00 AM
•  20 Miles / Marathon / Ultra – 8:30 AM

Routes

5k - 5km Route

10k - 10km

Half marathon - Half Marathon

10 Mile - 10 Mile

20 Mile is 10 mile route x 2

Marathon is Half Marathon route x 2

Ultra Marathon is Half Marathin x 2 + 10km Route

Getting Here

•  Location: What3Words – https://w3w.co/edgy.panic.song

•  Bus: Great links from Leeds, Keighley, Shipley, Bingley & Bradford

• Car:  car sharing encouraged

Runner Notes 

• No over-ear headphones (bone-conducting or “one in/one out” only)
• GPX routes available – download before race day
• Withdrawals: Tell a marshal – distance drops sometimes allowed
• Transfers/deferrals available online up to 72 hours before the event

Join the Community

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✨ A flat, friendly canal race in Leeds – perfect for every runner, from 5K first-timers to ultra marathoners.

Oktoberfest no-group

• 19/09/2026, 10:00

  10k

  Enter £25.00 - £27.00
• 19/09/2026, 09:30

  10 Miles

  Enter £26.00 - £28.00
• 19/09/2026, 09:00

  Half Marathon

  Enter £30.00 - £32.00
• 19/09/2026, 08:30

  20 Miles

  Enter £35.00 - £37.00
• 19/09/2026, 08:30

  Marathon

  Enter £39.00 - £41.00
• 19/09/2026, 08:30

  Ultra Marathon

  Enter £54.00 - £56.00

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