Event information
One of the biggest running events in Yorkshire, the Leeds Half Marathon was started by Jane Tomlinson herself back in 2003. Since then, it has continued to be an amazing day for fundraising, raising thousands of pounds for charity every year.
The route takes runners from Headingley Stadium past the University of Leeds, heading North of the city into Meanwood and past the scenic Golden Acre Park. You will then turn back on yourself on Leeds Road to head back to the finish line back at the Stadium.
Why run this event?
On the same day as the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, the Leeds Half Marathon is notorious for its crowds. Support for runners along the route is always phenomenal, whatever the weather.
Like the rest of our events, the Half Marathon attracts participants of all ages and abilities. It's perfect for those who aren't quite ready to tackle the marathon distance, or anyone who is just there to enjoy the day and get around the course.
So join us at Leeds for what promises to be an amazing day!
What's included?
- Finisher medal
- Chip timing
- Goody bag
- Optional finishers t-shirt
Entrants must be aged 17 years or older on the day of the race.
Run For All encourages people of all abilities to take part in the Leeds Half Marathon. Please get in touch if you require any further assistance on the day of the race, or have any specific requirements.
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Erdinger Runners Lounge
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Leeds DUO Season Ticket
Conquer and challenge yourself to both the Leeds Half Marathon and Leeds 10K in one season ticket.
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Conquer and challenge yourself to two Yorkshire Half Marathons. Take on both the Sheffield Half Marathon and the Leeds Half Marathon in one season ticket.
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Conquer and challenge yourself to two half marathons and a marathon events in Yorkshire. Take on the Sheffield Half Marathon, the Leeds Half Marathon and the Yorkshire Marathon in one season ticket.
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Official Run For All clothing
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On the day Information
All you need to know
Event Village
Location and opening hours will be detailed on our website in the build-up to the event.
There will be a variety of food and drink choices available for purchase to satisfy any pre and post-run needs. There are also several bars and cafes in the area that will welcome spectators and participants.
Our wonderful partner charities will also be located in the Event Village, so make sure to go say hi!
Baggage
Bags larger than an A4 sheet of paper will not be permitted in the stadium.
Please make sure you leave enough time before the event to drop off your bag in the designated baggage store.
Your baggage label is on your race number: please rip it off your race number and attach it to your bag when handing it over to our volunteers so your belongings can be safely looked after.
After the race, make your way to the baggage store as soon as possible to reclaim your belongings before you meet up with your loved ones to celebrate.
Fuel & Hydration
We will have water stations fixed throughout the course where you will be able to pick up a 330ml bottle of water. To see the exact locations of the water stations, please refer to the route map. Please make use of the bins provided post-water stations.
Applied Nutrition energy stations will also be available on course, handing out Applied Nutrition Isotonic Drinks and Applied Nutrition Energy Gels.
Pacers
We’ll have friendly pacers on the course, sponsored by Arla Protein who can help you stick to your intended finish time. They’ll have flags attached to them with finish times so you can choose the best pace to suit you.
Toilets
Please only use the toilets allocated for this event. There will be plenty of toilets which you will be able to use pre or post-race.
Run For All operates a zero-tolerance policy, and any runners seen urinating anywhere other than the designated facilities will be disqualified.
Medical
Should you find you require medical assistance, personnel will be on hand to help at regular intervals on the course with fixed first aid stations located near the water stations.
In addition, there will be a first aid unit and recovery area located near the start and finish line. There will also be roaming first aiders around the Event Village.
Clothing
It is important to note that all clothing discarded at the start of the race will be collected and donated. Unfortunately, we are unable to keep any clothing that has been left in the starting area, unless dropped in the baggage store prior to the race.
Massage
Please see here if massage will be provided.
Travel
Travel information will be shared closer to the event.
Sustainability
Keeping Leeds green
Recycling bins will be provided on course at each water station - we ask that you please use these to help us do our bit for the environment. If you wanted to hold on to your water beyond the provided bins, please pass any litter to your nearest marshal when finished.
We are in partnership with JogOn to help reduced the environmental impact that large running events can have. By working with JogOn, we help to reduce the waste of running shoes that end up in landfill every year by giving them a new life. Trainers are either reused by giving them to those in need, or shredded and their remains used for other purposes.
Drop off stations will be made readily available throughout the Event Village for you to drop off any old or unwanted trainers so they can be given a new lease of life.
We encourage our participants to travel sustainably where possible by taking public transport or car sharing to reduce traffic emissions.
Give your trainers a new ‘lace of life’ with JogOn
Part ways with unwanted old trainers that you may have previously thrown out. Drop-off stations will be made readily available next to the Race Office, located in the Event Village on event day.
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Headphones on event day
To receive this discount, entrants must purchase Shokz headphones via Up & Running and use our specific code. To receive the discount code, please contact our admin team via the contact form.
Training
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Training Sessions
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2026 Results & Photos
Sponsors & Partners
Road Closure Information
Other events happening on the same day
Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon in partnership with Clarion
Want to challenge yourself a little more? Take on the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, which takes place before the Leeds Half Marathon
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