Grim Leodis

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  • Date Sun 8th February 2026
  • Time 08:30
  • Location wyther lane
  • Price £26.00 - £42.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Grim Leodis, hosted by Itsgrimupnorthrunning on Sunday, February 8th, 2026. This unique event takes place in the scenic surroundings of Kirkstall, where participants will tackle an undulating 6.5-mile loop that showcases the stunning Leeds Liverpool Canal and the River Aire. Runners will enjoy a diverse terrain that includes canal towpaths, riverbanks, trails, and a brief road section, making it a delightful mix for all fitness levels.

With start times scheduled for the various race distances, including the 6.55 miles at 9:00 am, Half Marathon at 9:30 am, and both the 20 Miles and Marathon kicking off at 8:30 am, there's something for everyone. The course will be well supported with marshals, signage, and feed stations every three miles, ensuring participants stay fueled and hydrated. Runners can look forward to earning a bespoke finisher's medal and enjoying a range of goodies at the finish line. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting your journey, the Grim Leodis promises an unforgettable day filled with community spirit and beautiful scenery. Don’t miss out on this fantastic event!

Grim Leodis

Sun 8th February 2026

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Organiser's Description

An undulating 6.5 mile loop combining a mixture of canal tow path, river bank, trail and a short road section – A little bit of everything. You get to see some beautiful sections of the Leeds Liverpool Canal and the River Aire.

Route information:
Terrain: Towpath/Trail and road
Course type: Lapped
Support : The routes will be both marshalled and signed. Well stocked feed stations can be found every three miles.

Where and when:
The canal, just off Wyther Lane, Kirkstall.

https://w3w.co/youth.never.mugs

Start times
6.55 miles : 09:00 am
Half Marathon: 09:30 am

20 Miles: 08:30 am
Marathon: 08:30 am
 

What's included
• Bespoke Finisher's Medal
• Lots of lovely goodies at the end
 

How to get there:

https://w3w.co/youth.never.mugs
 Parking:
• Parking is at Morrisson in Kirkstall (currently free all day). Please come early to find parking to avoid delays.

Cut-off Time
There will be a cut-off time of 6.5 hours. All runners should complete the course in that time.

During the race important things to note:

We try to be cup-less: Our feed stations are normally around every three miles and offer drinks and a range of food but please bring your own re-usable cup or bottle.

 

Headphones: Most of our courses are off road but we still prefer you not to wear earphones and due to oncourse incidents, we have taken the decision to ban large over ear headphones. These block out any other sounds and don't allow runners to hear marshals, vehicles or other users of the route. If you do need to wear earphones, then please use bone conducting earphones or "one in one out" in ear pieces.

 

Know your route: We offer downloadable GPX files for our routes. Our routes are mainly off road and not every corner or junction will have a marshal. Please ensure you have a version of the route to help you navigate.

 

Withdrawal: If you need to withdraw during an event please let the nearest marshal know. In certain circumstances we allow runners to drop distances during an event. Please speak to the timers or RD at the end of your run.

 

Transfers/Deferrals: You can self-serve your transfer or deferral either on this website or “Let’s Do This” depending on where you booked. Please try not to change your event or details on the day as it causes delays and queues at registration.

 

We no longer mail out a race brief as most of the information is here on the website however we advise you to visit our FAQ section and join the “Grim Up North Chat” group on Facebook which will help with any other questions you have.

Races

  • 20 Miles

    Sun 8th February 2026 (08:30)

    £37.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

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  • Marathon

    Sun 8th February 2026 (08:30)

    £42.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

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  • Half Marathon

    Sun 8th February 2026 (09:00)

    £31.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

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  • 6.55 Miles

    Sun 8th February 2026 (10:00)

    £26.00

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    Trail Running Association (TRA) save £2.00

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