Half Marathon
Sun 19 Apr 2026 Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Tempting at Tempsey | Half Marathon

If you've never visited or run around the grounds of Temple Newsam then you're in for a treat with this half marathon. Temple Newsam is a jewel in the crown for Leeds.

  • Sun 19 Apr 2026
Temple Newsam, Leeds
Half Marathon

09:30

Age 17 & over

£32-£34

  • 13.1 miles trail running

Event overview

Discover one of Leeds’ most beautiful running locations as you take on an undulating mix of open country, gardens and woodland at Temple Newsam, with generous cut-offs and distances for everyone.

Highlights

  • Scenic grounds with trails, woodland, gardens and open country
  • Mixed terrain: paths, grass and trail
  • Well-stocked drinks and feed stations every 3 miles
  • Clearly signposted route with supportive marshals
  • Toilets located at the start/finish and registration area
  • Warm welcome at the finish, post-run goodies and a bespoke medal
  • Relax afterwards and chat with fellow runners

This event is part of Tempting at Tempsey.

  • Average fitness
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Event village

Timetable

  • 07:00 | Registration opens

  • Bone conducting headphones only
  • Cut off time
  • Distance markers
  • Food stations
  • Marshals
  • Mostly traffic free
  • Navigation not required
  • Undulating
  • Water stations
  • Way markers

Overview

The course follows flat riverside and farmland trails around Temple Newsam, using hard-packed paths, grass sections and quiet tracks. Expect open views, minimal elevation and consistent terrain throughout each lap.

Route highlights

  • Predominantly flat terrain with virtually no climbing
  • Mix of hard-packed trail, grass and farm track
  • Long, open stretches alongside the river and fields
  • Quiet rural paths with minimal road sections
  • Repeating lap format depending on chosen distance
  • Terrain varies slightly with weather, from firm to softer underfoot
  • Straightforward navigation with gentle curves rather than technical turns

  • Paid parking
  • Toilets

Event HQ

Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam Road
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS15 0AE
UK

What's included

  • Drinks
  • Goody bag
  • Medal
  • Snacks

Sustainability

  • Lift sharing advised
  • Reusable cups

  • Age 17 & over
  • Entries open
  • Enter online

Entry fees

Entry fee

£32.00

Entry fee

£34.00

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