Lets Motor along the Towpath - Rodley

APR
5
2026
Pick your distance from 5k to ultra and motor along the flat, scenic Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath at Rodley, with marshals, regular feed stations and a bespoke finisher medal. A friendly, well signed trail run for every pace.
Marathon 20 miles Half Marathon 10 miles 10 kilometers

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Event details

Lets Motor along the Towpath - Rodley is organised by Its Grim Up North Running. The event takes place at the Leeds & Liverpool Canal near the Barge Pub, Rodley LS13 1HP. Multiple race distances are offered on the same day, including:

  • 5k
  • 10k
  • 10 Mile
  • Half Marathon
  • 20 Miler
  • Marathon
  • Ultra Marathon

Races are licensed by the Trail Running Association. Entry options are available for different distances and age limits apply for some events.

Course and facilities

The route runs along the towpath of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Terrain is described as good trail and the course is generally flat apart from locks. The route is out-and-back, marshalled and signed, but not every corner or junction will have a marshal. Feed and drink stations are provided approximately every three miles and the organiser encourages the use of a reusable cup or bottle. Toilets are available at the start. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and refreshments.

Logistics and safety

Participants are offered downloadable GPX files for navigation. There may be unmarshalled road crossings. The organiser asks runners not to use large over-ear headphones; bone-conducting or single-ear earphones are permitted. There is no car parking at the registration/start/finish; on-road and town centre parking is available and Rodley is served by buses from nearby towns. Transfers and deferrals can be self-served. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.