Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series Kirkstall
5K, 10K and Half Marathon trail races along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall, featuring flat, traffic free towpath routes.
| Date | Saturday 14th November, 2026 |
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| Distance | 10K + other events: 5K, Half Marathon |
| Terrain | Trail |
| Course Profile | Flat |
| Timing | Chip timed |
| Location | Leeds and Liverpool Canal |
| Town/City | Kirkstall |
| Area | North Yorkshire |
| Start postcode | LS5 3BT |
| Start time | 8:30am |
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The Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall offers 5K, 10K and Half Marathon races along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Leeds. The routes follow the canal towpath from Wyther Lane, providing a scenic and traffic free setting for runners and walkers.
Runners take on flat trail routes alongside the canal, with low elevation across each of the three distances. The accessible towpath course suits a range of abilities, from those tackling a shorter 5K to runners stepping up to the Half Marathon distance, with the level route also providing plenty of opportunity to settle into a consistent pace.
The Kirkstall event combines canal side running with a relaxed race atmosphere and a choice of three distances. Finishers receive a medal, hot food and a choice of beer or soft drink, with the welcoming format making the event suitable for both experienced runners and those newer to organised races.
