Rothwell Kebabathon
5 Mile, 10 Mile, 15 Mile, 20 Mile and Marathon trail races through Rothwell Country Park, with woodland, riverside paths and rolling terrain.
| Date | Sunday 15th November, 2026 |
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| Distance | Marathon + other events: 5M, 10M, 15M, 20M |
| Terrain | Trail |
| Course Profile | Rolling |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Skelton Lake Services |
| Town/City | Rothwell |
| Area | West Yorkshire |
| Start postcode | LS9 0AS |
| Start time | 8:30am |
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The Rothwell Kebabathon is a multi-distance trail running event near Leeds, offering 5 mile, 10 mile, 15 mile, 20 mile and Marathon races. Starting from Skelton Lake Services, the routes explore Rothwell Country Park, following woodland trails, riverside paths, grassy tracks and short road sections.
The course follows a scenic 5 mile loop, with runners completing between one and four laps depending on their chosen distance. Marathon runners complete five laps plus an additional out and back section. The gently undulating route includes a climb offering views towards Leeds city centre, while regular feed stations and a generous cut-off make the event suitable for runners and walkers tackling a range of distances.
At the finish, participants can enjoy a meat or vegetarian kebab, refreshments and a bespoke finisher's medal. With a friendly atmosphere, varied trail terrain and a choice of distances from 5 miles to Marathon, the Rothwell Kebabathon offers a rewarding running challenge followed by a distinctive post-race celebration.
