LeedsRunRoutes is the best place to get running route inspiration from trail to canal in Leeds.
Everything has been considered to make your run a good one. Where to park? where the nearest toilet is? And a map of the route!
This Months Selected Routes
There is an excellent choice of running options in Leeds. This months selected Leeds run routes range from one of the more popular parkruns to an off-road trail escape.
- Road
Leeds Marathon 2024
Distance42.2km
Elevation gain675m
The official Leeds Marathon 2024 run route.
- Field
- Footpath
- Road
- Trail
- Woodland
Meanwood Valley Trail Run
Distance13.1km
Elevation gain215m
Starting in Headingley, this route showcases the best parts of the Meanwood Valley Trail.
- Footpath
- Road
- Trail
The Sicklinghall Circular
Distance13.58km
Elevation gain231m
A circular run around Sicklinghall, Stockeld Park and Wetherby.
- Road
Rothwell 5km
Distance5.06km
Elevation gain78m
5km run starting and finishing in Rothwell. Run through neighbouring villages across what was once the Rhubarb Triangle.
- Road
Leeds Rhino Roundhay/Moortown
Distance10.05km
Elevation gain145m
10km run route inspired by Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield to raise awareness of Motor Neurone Disease.
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Our Top parkrun Picks
Leeds is blessed with a great selection of parkruns every Saturday. Historic locations, green open spaces, and some bloomin’ lovely people!
These five are our current favourites, but don’t let us sway your opinion. Why not try them all out for size?!
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- Footpath
Bramley parkrun 5km
Distance1.9km
Elevation gain34m
A 5k parkrun course in the heart of Bramley with cracking views over Leeds.
- Footpath
Rothwell parkrun 5km
Distance4.37km
Elevation gain87m
5km official parkrun course in Springhead Park, Rothwell.
- Footpath
Temple Newsam parkrun 5km
Distance5.04km
Elevation gain106m
A 5km parkrun route that passes through the historical country estate of Temple Newsam.
- Field
- Footpath
Wetherby parkrun 5km
Distance1.77km
Elevation gain21m
Official 5km parkrun course on a sports playing field next to the River Wharfe.
- Footpath
- Road
Woodhouse Moor parkrun 5km
Distance5.11km
Elevation gain75m
A flat 5km parkrun route that loops Woodhouse Moor park three times.
