10K
Sun 14 Jun 2026 Leeds, West Yorkshire

Leeds 10K

Roaring crowds, iconic streets, an electric city-centre atmosphere. This is Leeds at its most alive. Run it. Feel it. Never forget it.

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  • Sun 14 Jun 2026
The Parkinson Building, Leeds
10K

09:00

Age 15 & over

£32-£44

  • 10 km road running + 74 m ascent

Event overview

Born from the legacy of Jane Tomlinson CBE, with a philosophy that everybody is welcome, the Leeds 10K is far more than a race; it's the city coming alive. Over 15 years, it has grown into one of the highlights of Leeds' events calendar.

From seasoned athletes to first-timers, the day is a celebration of spirit, fitness and community, with something for every age and ambition, including junior runs and a corporate team challenge. 

Highlights

  • An iconic city-centre route

    Starting from the Parkinson Steps at the University of Leeds, the course winds through Hyde Park, along Headingley Lane and Otley Road, before finishing triumphantly along The Headrow.

  • Electric finish-line atmosphere

    Thousands of runners cross the line to roaring crowds and an electric atmosphere in the heart of Leeds.

  • A festival for the whole family

    The Mini (1.5K) and Junior (2.5K) runs give young athletes and families the chance to experience the excitement and camaraderie of race day in a safe, fun environment.

  • Team up with colleagues

    The Clarion Leeds 10K Corporate Challenge sees teams of five compete to cross the finish line in the quickest combined time, making it a brilliant workplace event.

  • Vibrant Event Village

    Millennium Square hosts the Event Village, with food, drink, and partner charities all creating a buzzing pre- and post-race hub.

This event is part of Leeds 10K, Corporate Challenge & Mini/Junior Run.

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village
  • Families
  • Fancy dress
  • Teams

On the day

  • Event Village

    To satisfy your pre and post-run fuel needs, a selection of tasty food and drink choices will be available to purchase. There are also several bars and cafés in the area that will be sure to welcome spectators and participants and are often bursting with atmosphere after the event. Wonderful partner charities will also be located in the Event Village, so make sure you go say hi!

  • Race numbers

    If you have your race number, you don't need to register on event day. If you need to collect your race number, please have your confirmation email handy. You can collect a number on behalf of someone else if you have their confirmation email.

  • Fuel and Hydration

    There will be water stations on course, where you will be able to pick up a 330ml bottle of water. To see the exact locations of water stations, please refer to the route map. 

  • Baggage

    Use the tear-off strip from your race number to tag your bag before dropping it at the Baggage Store.

  • Pacers

    There will be friendly pacers on the course, sponsored by Arla Protein who can help you stick to your intended finish time. They’ll have flags attached to them with finish times so you can choose the best pace to suit you.

  • Toilets

    There will be plenty of toilets available pre and post race.

  • Medical

    Should you find you require medical assistance, personnel will be on hand to help at regular intervals on the course with fixed first aid stations located near the water stations. In addition, there will be a first aid unit and recovery area located near the start and finish line. There will also be roaming first aiders around the Event Village.

  • Photos

    Smile! The MarathonPhotos team will be on course throughout the event to snap your picture. Photographs can be purchased or available for pre order.

  • Results

    All results will be available in the results section of the website soon after the end of the event. However, keep in mind that it’s not all about times – you should be proud of yourself just for getting out there and getting active!

  • Massage

    Check back to see if massage will be available.

Ability level

This is an event that truly is for everyone, so whether you are an experienced runner or have never thought about running an event before, all abilities are welcome to join this very special event. So, lace up those trainers and get ready to be part of an unforgettable day.

Wheelchair users

People of all abilities are encouraged to take part. If you are a wheelchair user, please ensure you enter this information when prompted on your registration.

If you are to be aided around the course, either by being pushed or assisted, by a guide runner, your guide runner must also be a registered participant in the event. Please submit an enquiry form with your registration ID to advise us of your specific requirements.

It is strongly recommended that only experienced wheelchair racers attempt the courses unaided.

  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Entertainment
  • First aid
  • Marshals
  • No headphones
  • Out and back
  • PB
  • Traffic free
  • Undulating
  • Water stations
  • Wave start
  • Way markers
  • GPX available

GPX route

The route is displayed on the map above.

Map

map

Elevation profile

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Cut off time

2 hours.

You may be able to continue to run on the road past the times stated. However, once our sweeper vehicle passes you, you will be kindly asked to move onto the pavement (if it is safe to do so) until you reach the finish straight.

  • Accommodation
  • Bar
  • Paid parking
  • Secure bag storage
  • Toilets
  • Urban

Event HQ

The Parkinson Building
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS2 9JT
UK

Traveling to Leeds is easier and quicker than you may think. You are encouraged to use public transport where possible to attend the event or to car share with family and friends.

By rail

Frequent, direct trains carry visitors from London to Leeds in just over two hours. There are also regular services from Scotland, the North East, the Midlands and across the Pennines.

By bus

The nearest bus stop to the start line will be at the bottom of Woodhouse Lane/Blenheim Terrace.

By bike

The nearest cycling racks are located on Leeds University Road, down from Cavendish Road.

By car

Woodhouse Lane Car Park is the closest Leeds City Council car park to the start of the Leeds 10K and is open 24 hours. There are plenty of other car parks in Leeds city centre too.

  • Chip timing
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Technical t-shirt

Included

  • Chip timing
  • Finisher’s goody bag
  • Exclusive medal
  • COOPAH training place trial
  • A fantastic experience!

Optional extras

  • Quality tech T-shirt
  • iTAB - make your medal uniquely yours by adding your name and finish time to your medal.
  • Official photo
  • Race day memento - Celebrate your incredible time and your fantastic achievements with some extra event day souvenirs. Head to the event village on race day and visit Epic Etchings to get your finishers medal engraved and Personal Best Vests to order your own personalised finisher t-shirt print to help celebrate your achievements in style. 
memento
RACE DAY MEMENTO
Celebrate your fantastic achievements in style.

Training plan

training plan
COOPAH TRAINING PLAN
Your entry includes a Coopah training plan trial. COOPAH guarantees you a race PB!

Fabulous day. Great course and so friendly. Organisers/Volunteers/Marshall’s/Supporters thank you. Cheryl I

My first ever 10K impressive organisation before the race and on race day. Marshall’s were fantastic... very encouraging all the way round the course. Loved it. Fran H

It was a very hot day, there was plenty of water, lots of official Marshall’s/supporters  and lots of first aid from what I could see. Really good course, easy parking, excellent event. Will do again. Rachel R

Absolutely brilliant event - so well organised and incredible support all the way round. Well done and thank you! Anna E

 

 

This race, organised by Run For All, was perfect for my first 10k race! Well organised, great crowds and support and a packed goody bag! Emma C

Reviews thanks to RaceCheck

Corporate Challenge

So I hope, like us, you and your colleagues are getting their running shoes on and pounding the streets of Yorkshire ready for race day. As everyone crosses the finish line they do so with a huge sense of achievement for themselves and their team. We look forward to running with you! Roger Hutton, Joint Managing Partner, Clarion<

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Keeping Leeds green

This event is committed to keeping Leeds green and does its bit for the environment. Bins will be provided across the event site.

It is important that we leave the course the way we found it. Recycling bins will be provided on course at each water station and we ask that you use them. If you want to hand on to your water beyond the provided bins, please pass any litter to your nearest marshal.

Let’s work together to Keep Leeds green and encourage other runners to do the same.

Fundraising

  • Fundraising optional

  • Age 15 & over
  • Entries open
  • Charity places
  • Enter online
  • Fundraising optional
  • Race pack by post
  • Series discount

Entry fees

Entry fee (Affiliated)

£32.00

Entry fee (Unaffiliated)

£34.00

Entry fee (Affiliated)

£42.00

Entry fee (Unaffiliated)

£44.00

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Leeds 10K Clarion Corporate Challenge

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Age 15 & over

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Age 3-8

£5-£10

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Junior Run

09:45

Age 9-14

£10

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