Crikey Its The Christmas Cracker

DEC
13
2026
A festive out and back trail run along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall, Leeds with distances from 5 km to marathon. The course is flat, fully marshalled, cup less with feed stations about every 3 miles and a bespoke finisher medal.
Sun 13 Dec 2026
26 miles 20 miles 13 miles 10 miles 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Crikey its the Christmas Cracker Day 2

Crikey its the Christmas Cracker Day 2 is an out and back trail run based at the Hollybush Conservation Centre in Kirkstall, Leeds. The route follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal on a good, largely flat trail and is suitable for runners targeting faster times.

The course is fully marshalled and clearly signed. There are feed and drink stations at approximately every 3 miles. The event operates as a cup less event, so participants should bring a reusable cup or bottle.

Distances available:

  • 5 km
  • 10 km
  • 10 miles
  • Half marathon
  • 20 miles (two 10 mile loops)
  • Marathon (two half marathon loops)

Race HQ aims to provide a festive atmosphere with music, food and seasonal decorations. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and there are festive treats. The event is part of the It’s Grim Up North Running Christmas Cracker weekend and entries may be taken for one or both days.

Practical information includes a recommendation to use Headingley station for rail access, and no parking at the start and finish area with a nearby Morrisons car park suggested. The races are Trail Running Association licensed under UKA rules. For safety, large over ear headphones are not permitted while bone conducting or one in one out in ear pieces are allowed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

26 mi
Marathon
20 mi
20 Miles
13 mi
Half Marathon
10 mi
10 Mile
10 km
5 km