AIRE Marathon & Half Marathon
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From Great Owl Running
Sunday 27th – Monday 28th July 2025
Past event
09:30
Leeds
£38.42–£54.33 · 2 races
Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating running experience at the AIRE Marathon & Half Marathon, hosted by Great Owl Running! This exciting event will take place over the weekend of July 27-28, 2025, at the picturesque Piglove By The River in Leeds. Runners can choose from two stunning race distances: the full marathon at 42km and the half marathon at 21km, both set against the beautiful backdrop of the Trans Pennine Trail.
Participants will enjoy a fast and flat course, weaving along public footpaths, riverside trails, and tarmac paths, making it perfect for runners of all levels. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a complimentary pint of Piglove Brewing Co’s unique craft beers in the vibrant beer garden. With facilities including toilets, bag storage, and well-marked race routes, this event promises to be a fantastic experience for all involved. Join us in supporting the Children's Heart Surgery Fund while making unforgettable memories in Leeds!
Participants will enjoy a fast and flat course, weaving along public footpaths, riverside trails, and tarmac paths, making it perfect for runners of all levels. After crossing the finish line, celebrate your accomplishment with a complimentary pint of Piglove Brewing Co’s unique craft beers in the vibrant beer garden. With facilities including toilets, bag storage, and well-marked race routes, this event promises to be a fantastic experience for all involved. Join us in supporting the Children's Heart Surgery Fund while making unforgettable memories in Leeds!
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Races
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AIRE Half-Marathon
Entries closedSunday 27th Jul 2025 (10:30)
£38.42
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AIRE Marathon
Entries closedSunday 27th Jul 2025 (09:30)
£54.33
Organiser's description
Come join us for our evening event at the amazing Piglove By The River. A lovely beer garden in the heart of Citu’s Climate Innovation District, where you can grab a picnic bench and admire the views with your complimentary pint of Piglove Brewing Co’s creative craft brews after you’ve run the race of course. It’s the perfect spot for sunday afternoon.
RACE DETAILS
Race HQ Piglove By The River, Clarence Rd, Leeds LS10 1EE
Distance 42km / 21km
Terrain public footpaths / riverside trails / tarmac paths
Registration From 08:30
Race Start 09:30 / 10:30
Race Licence tbc
Entry Limit 250
Price From £22
Minimum Age 18
THE COURSE
The race starts at Piglove and follows the Trans Pennine Trail for 21km and turns around just before Fairburn Ings. The Half marathon follows the same route turning round at 10.5km.
This is a very fast and flat course with very good quality footpath conditions, as it follows the river it is incredibly flat, however, there are a couple of small bridges with steps that must be crossed.
Any crossings and turnaround points will be clearly marked and marshalled.
FACILITIES
Race HQ
Toilets
Bag Storage
WHAT’S INCLUDED
All finishers will receive a drink courtesy of Piglove Brewery. All medals and tees are sold as optional extras upon entry. This is to reduce our impact on the environment, and to make our races more affordable for everyone.
MANDATORY KIT
Depending on whether we might make some gear mandatory, however, this is unlikely. Cups WILL be provided at water stations which will be set up at 10km, 21km and 31km.
PARKING
CitiPark Leeds Dock, Armouries Drive LS10 1LE. Piglove is a stone’s throw from Granary Wharf, Royal Armouries and Leeds Station. We always like to encourage all local runners to come via foot, bicycle or public transport. Please plan your journey to allow time to get to race HQ.
RESULTS
CHOSEN CHARITY
Children's Heart Surgery Fund (1148359)
LICENCE
Licence TRAXXX - held under UKA Rules
RACE DETAILS
Race HQ Piglove By The River, Clarence Rd, Leeds LS10 1EE
Distance 42km / 21km
Terrain public footpaths / riverside trails / tarmac paths
Registration From 08:30
Race Start 09:30 / 10:30
Race Licence tbc
Entry Limit 250
Price From £22
Minimum Age 18
THE COURSE
The race starts at Piglove and follows the Trans Pennine Trail for 21km and turns around just before Fairburn Ings. The Half marathon follows the same route turning round at 10.5km.
This is a very fast and flat course with very good quality footpath conditions, as it follows the river it is incredibly flat, however, there are a couple of small bridges with steps that must be crossed.
Any crossings and turnaround points will be clearly marked and marshalled.
FACILITIES
Race HQ
Toilets
Bag Storage
WHAT’S INCLUDED
All finishers will receive a drink courtesy of Piglove Brewery. All medals and tees are sold as optional extras upon entry. This is to reduce our impact on the environment, and to make our races more affordable for everyone.
MANDATORY KIT
Depending on whether we might make some gear mandatory, however, this is unlikely. Cups WILL be provided at water stations which will be set up at 10km, 21km and 31km.
PARKING
CitiPark Leeds Dock, Armouries Drive LS10 1LE. Piglove is a stone’s throw from Granary Wharf, Royal Armouries and Leeds Station. We always like to encourage all local runners to come via foot, bicycle or public transport. Please plan your journey to allow time to get to race HQ.
RESULTS
CHOSEN CHARITY
Children's Heart Surgery Fund (1148359)
LICENCE
Licence TRAXXX - held under UKA Rules
Location
Piglove By The River, Clarence Rd, Leeds LS10 1EE
LS10 1FA, Leeds, United Kingdom
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