Sir Titus Pie n Pickle Plod
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Event overview
Sir Titus Pie n Pickle Plod is an off-road race organised by Its Grim Up North Running on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal at Saltaire, Shipley, West Yorkshire. The next scheduled date is 17 January 2026. The event is licensed by the Trail Running Association and run under UK Athletics rules. Runners can choose from multiple distance options:
- 5k
- 10k
- 10 Miles
- Half Marathon
- 20 Miles
- Marathon
- Ultra Marathon
Some distances have minimum age requirements, for example 5k and 10k are open to entrants aged 16 and over, the half marathon to 17 and over, the marathon to 18 and over, and the ultra to 21 and over. Entry fees vary by distance.
Course and logistics
The course follows canal towpaths in an out-and-back format. The surface is described as compact towpath with minimal elevation, and the route is fully marked and marshalled. Aid stations are provided at roughly three mile intervals offering drinks and snacks. All distances share the same 6.5 hour cut-off time.
Race information includes a cup-less policy so runners should bring a refillable bottle or soft cup. Headphone rules do not allow large over-ear sets; bone-conducting and in-ear use are permitted with one ear free. GPX downloads are recommended. Road shoes are advisable. Parking is available around Saltaire but space is limited. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
