Its Grim Up North Running
Spring Time Canal Canter
Next Race: 14/03/2026
Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall Leeds, LS5 3BT
Overall Rating
4.5/ 5
22 reviews
Daniel Aldus
Fun run in the sun
Low key fun race, less stressy than a big field marathon. Ok so you share the canal towpath with others so there’s a bit of weaving at times, but this is the nature of the route (not unlike how you’d share paths with others at park runs). Nice atmosphere at start and good camaraderie on course (which helps, especially if your race isn’t going well haha). Basic refreshments on course as indicated, were fine. Thanks for a good day!
Jenny Kong
Great race run by great people
Kevin Walker
Lovely course on a lovely day
Anonymous
Great event
Our first time on an IGUN event and loved. Great atmosphere, friendly marshals.
Awesome medal!
Loved the hotdogs and cake.
We'll be back.
Anne Hyland
Fun, friendly and fabulous bling!
These are great races for compelte beginners and seasoned runners alike. There's a no-fuss attitude to organisation (read the online material carefully), friendly marshalls, and the post-race treats are great. Loved the hot-dogs! Thanks, Team Grim!
Jim Bennett
A lovely event
I would have small bottles of water rather than paper cups so runners can take them with them.
Anonymous
Great hot dog and medal
Really enjoyed.
Great hot dog and treats after.
Ben Gray
A fun event
Peter Casci
Great event
This is the second one I have done and it won't be my last, very well ran/organised and very friendly too.
Martyn Roper
Excellent event - well done
Steven Palmer
Great organisation all round. Friendly volunteers and great atmosphere
Love these Grim Up North events- always really well organised and supported..Whether you are Running competitively, for a PB, for the joy of the scenery or as part of your training plan for a full or half marathon, these events can't be beaten. Thanks to all the organisers.
Suzanne Suzanne E Main
Super friendly, great goodies and a lovely day
My 4th IGUN event, sun was shining and it was a lovely day. People very supportive out on the course. Possibly could have done with a bit more help on registration in the morning but otherwise can't fault. I don't know who put those bridges on the otherwise flat route.
Bob Dawson
They’re a great, welcoming team
The Marshalls are very friendly and chatty. Well organised. Nice medals.
Mark Dillon Walton
Friendly and well organised as always.
Margaret Morris
Brilliant friendly day as usual
Please don’t ditch the medals I have a LOT of medals but yours are just amazing Worth running for ❤️❤️
Karen Sharp
My favorite events.
Well run. Friendly. Something for everyone, beginner or advanced runners.
Matthew Fyfe
Perfect first race for any distance
Anonymous
Excellent as always
Can’t fault any IGUN events. Staff, food stops, organisation …. Everything is great. Best events around. Keep up the fantastic work
Megan Mcsharry
A well organised event and lots of fun!
Really enjoyed the whole day great organisation good vibes and even better weather
Anonymous
Brilliant
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