The Queens Hotel named official hotel partner for the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

Leeds most iconic hotel, The Queens to become official hotel partner of the inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon

We are delighted to announce that the Queens Hotel has been named as the official hotel partner for next year’s inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon, in partnership with Clarion.

Situated in the heart of the city centre, the iconic Leeds hotel has been a majestic presence on City Square for over eighty years. Having recently reopened its doors after undergoing a huge multi-million-pound transformation, the modernized hotel plays homage to its rich and iconic history; hosting an array of stylish bedrooms, a unique workspace hub, on site gym as well as a superb food and drink scene.

With private access to Leeds City Station, the Queens Hotel serves as a brilliant base for participants taking part in next year’s marathon. A major hub for local and regional destinations across Yorkshire, the station also provides fantastic connections throughout the UK; ideal for participants travelling from further afield.

The event’s route starts directly outside Headingley Stadium; conveniently located a short walk away from both Headingley Station and Burley Park Station. Trains run half hourly from Leeds City Station to both stations.

For those wishing to stay at this iconic Leeds landmark, the hotel is offering a 20% discount off their best available selling rate. For more information, go to https://www.thequeensleeds.co.uk/ click into the book now section and quote ROBBURROW23

Paul Priest, Director of Business Development of the Queens Hotel Leeds, said, ‘The Queens Hotel is honoured to be named the official hotel partner of the inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon. It will be fantastic to see the city of Leeds come alive in honour of Rob Burrow, and raise much needed funds for such a deserving cause.

Whether guests are travelling from afar or within the Yorkshire region, we look forward to providing a warm and welcoming base for all those taking part.”

Siobhan Curtis, Communications Director at Run For All said, “We are delighted to reveal the Queens Hotel as the official hotel partner of the 2023 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.

The hotel is one of Leeds most famous and beloved landmarks, and will act as an ideal base for those wishing to stay in the city centre.”

Taking place on Sunday 14^th May 2023, the Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon will honour Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow MBE and help raise vital funds for the Leeds Hospitals Charity’s appeal to build the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease, as well as the MND Association.

Inspired by former Leeds Rhinos captain Kevin Sinfield OBE running challenges in support of his friend and team mate Burrow, event organisers are encouraging participants to ‘Run for a mate, with a mate’. In support of Rob and the whole MND community, Sinfield ran over 60km per day for seven days from Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh to Old Trafford in Manchester. Commenting on his recent challenge, Kevin said, “In my own mind, this is a run for a mate, with a mate.”

Run For All is committed to making this event inclusive for all and is encouraging those of all abilities to take part – whether they are an experienced runner or have never thought about doing an event like this before.

Since he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in December 2019, Rob and his family have campaigned to raise awareness and crucial funds to support everyone impacted by MND. Rob’s latest goal is the opening of a new MND care centre in Leeds, allowing those living with MND and their families the best possible care and support.

Encompassing a brand-new route, the event will start and finish where Rob achieved some of his greatest sporting achievements, Headingley Stadium; a fitting tribute to the city that launched Rob’s career and which he calls home.

The circular marathon route will then take in some of Leeds’ most scenic countryside and outer suburbs, journeying around Woodhouse Moor before travelling up through Headingley, Adel and Bramhope. Runners will make their way through the market town of Otley before returning to Headingley for the big finish.

Runners are encouraged to fundraise for their own charity of choice or one of the event’s partner charities; The Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease Appeal, MND Association, Candlelighters, St Georges Crypt, Macmillan Cancer Support and the Jane Tomlinson Appeal.

Entries are still open and participants are encouraged to go to www.runforall.com to enter.

Run For All is incredibly proud to be working in partnership with Leeds City Council and Kevin Sinfield to make this event possible.