Leeds Half Marathon

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. Applied Nutrition energy stations will also be available on course including Applied Nutrition Isotonic Drinks and Applied Nutrition Energy Gels.

• Baggage

  Bags larger than an A4 sheet of paper are not permitted in the stadium. 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.

Map

Elevation profile

Cut off time

3 hours 30 mins.

You may be able to continue to run on the road past the times stated. However, once the 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. 

Event HQ

Headingley Stadium
Saint Michael's Lane
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS6 3BR
UK

By bus

Leeds is well connected by bus although there will be diversions due to the closed road run route. Park and Ride tickets available.

By rail

Please note that there will be no trains arriving into Headingley or Burley Park before 09:00. There are also limited trains arriving into Leeds (LDS) before 0900 on event day. For train travel information please visit National Rail.

By bike

Headingley Stadium has a number of cycle racks available inside the venue. These will be available to participants and spectators who have a ticket.

Included

• Training sessions
• Race day guide and magazine
• Chip timing
• Finisher’s goody bag
• Exclusive medal
• COOPAH training place trial
• 15% discount on Shokz bone conducting headphones
• A fantastic experience!

Training sessions

Join the fun, free and friendly Social Run Group (SRG) hosted by Up and Running. A weekly 5K that is perfect for runners of all abilities.

Optional extras

• Quality tech T-shirt
• iTAB - make your medal uniquely yours by adding your name and finish time to your medal.
• Official photo
• Spectator tickets for the stadium
• Spectator shuttle buses
• 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. 

Training plan

Merchandise

VIP Experience

Take your race day to the next level with the exclusive VIP experience at the Leeds Marathon.

The VIP upgrade is designed to make your day unforgettable. From priority access to premium perks, you'll enjoy every moment in style and comfort.

Here's what you can expect:

•  Access to the VIP area pre and post-race
•  Access to refreshments pre and post-race
• Post-race massage
• Park and Ride ticket (runner only)
• Private baggage drop
• Access to private toilets pre and post-race
• Finisher T-shirt

Really enjoyed my first half marathon. A very well organised event and absolutely spectacular spectators!! Shital N

Fantastic day, brilliant support and organisation! Will definitely run it again!! Adam T

The bands and choirs as well as spectators really make you feel welcome. Would definitely recommend this for any 1st time "halfers" Lee H

I entered the Leeds half because I needed a hilly half marathon to do as a training run. This turned out to be an excellent choice. Dasen P

Fantastic start & finish areas and amazing support all round the course. Darren B

Great run with outstanding support from the public. Chris T

The staff was very friendly and helpful. The crowd were outstanding. If I can, I will definitely take part again next year. Tobias P

The atmosphere was superb and the crowds were exceptional with their encouragement and offerings of drinks, sweets, fruit etc. A Great Day. Thank you. John I

Amazing support from the general public and so much encouragement and support and so helpful and powerful. GM H

First time doing the half marathon, the biggest thing that stuck out was the crowd support, never seen support like it at a race! From villages handing out oranges, high fives, smiles and sweets to somebody putting on their own extra drink station. Was phenomenal, will be back next year! Matt C

Reviews thanks to Racecheck

Keeping Leeds Green

This event is committed to keeping Leeds green and understands the importance of doing its bit for the environment. Bins will be provided across the event site and people are urged to use the facilities provided.

It is important to 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. 

Entry fees