Do you like my Bingley Baubles

Festive Leeds & Liverpool Canal Run – Bingley | It's Grim up North Running

All races are Trail Running Association licensed under UKA Rules.

Get into the festive spirit with the Do you like my Bingley Baubles in Bingley, a fun and friendly trail running event with distances for all abilities.

Whether you’re chasing a new PB, stepping up to a longer distance, running with friends or simply fancy a festive run before Christmas, there’s something for everyone.

The route follows the scenic Leeds & Liverpool Canal, giving you a largely flat, runnable course that’s ideal for both newcomers and experienced runners.

Back at Race HQ, expect the usual Grim Up North welcome, with music, food, festive treats and plenty of Christmas cheer!

And since it's the festive season - we'd love to see you running you your best Christmas fancy dress!

What’s Included?

- Distances from 10K to Marathon
- Flat(ish), scenic canal-side route
- Fully marshalled and signed course
- Feed and drink stations approximately every 3 miles
- Bespoke finisher medal
- Treats for all finishers
- Friendly, welcoming atmosphere
- Plenty of Grim Christmas cheer!

Our booking system will close when full or 5 days prior to the event.

Race Brief

Will be emailed out 5 days prior to the event and put onto our FB page ‘Grim up North Chat’.

Registration / Toilets Location

Bingley Rugby Club (This is a 10-minute walk to the start)

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Start / Finish / Location

This is at the side of the canal up by the Fisherman's Inn (10-minute walk from registration)

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Parking

Parking is at Bingley Rugby Club (What3Words): https://w3w.co/dreamers.sweetened.mercy
£5 per Car Please bring CASH this goes to the Rugby Club
Car sharing is always a great shout

Race Registration and Start Times

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- - - 07:30
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Race Bibs

- Are picked up at race registration on the morning of the event.
- Race bibs must be worn on the front of your person and must be clearly visible.
- We supply safety pins.

Water & Feed Stations

Approx every 3 miles and may include water, coke, juice, biscuits, sweets, crisps, cake & fruit. Please bring your own runners squashable cup, to save on plastic cup waste.

Results

Results may take up to 24 hours to show on our website: www.itsgrimupnorthrunning.co.uk

If you have any questions about your final results, please email [email protected].

Headphones

Over the ear headphones are not permitted. You must be able to hear marshal instructions. You can use bone conduction or a single ear bud.

Road Crossings

There may be some unmarshalled road crossings along the route. Please stay alert, take responsibility when crossing roads and always follow any instructions given by our marshals.

Transfers / Upping or Downing Distances

You can manage your entry, including eligible transfers and changing distances, through the It’s Grim Up North Running website: www.itsgrimupnorthrunning.co.uk

Retiring or Injured

If you need to retire from the race or become injured, please tell the nearest marshal immediately. This is important so that we know you are safe and can account for everyone on the course.

Stay Connected

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