Winter Canal Canter - Rodley, Leeds | It's Grim Up North Running

All races are Trail Running Association licensed under UKA Rules.

Whether you're chasing a new PB, stepping up to a longer distance, running with friends there's something for everyone.

The route follows the scenic Leeds & Liverpool Canal, giving you a largely flat, runnable course that's ideal for both newcomers and experienced runners.

Back at Race HQ, expect the usual Grim Up North welcome, with music, food, festive treats an plenty of cheer!

What's included?

Distances from 10K to Ultra Marathon

Flat(ish) scenic cancal-side route

Fully marshalled and signed course

Feed and drink stations approximately every 3 miles

Bespoke Finisher medal

Treats for all finishers

Friendly, welcoming atmosphere

Our Booking system will close when full or 5 days prior to the event.

Race Brief:

Will be emailed out 5 days prior to the event and put onto our FB page 'Grim up North Chat'

Registration/start/finish/toilets Location

Rodley Cricket Club, Canal Bank Sports Ground, Moss Bridge Road, Rodley, Leeds LS13 1RL

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Parking

If weather permits, vehicles can be parked in the Cricket Clubs Field. A Charge of £5 cash will be made and donated towards the Cricket Club (please bring cash)

Vehicles can also be parked in the surrounding streets,  If parking in the streets, please park considerately.

Bag Drop

Bags can be left in the Grim Van or in the Club House.

Race registration and start times

• 10K – 10:00am start

• 10 Miler – 9:30am start

• Half Marathon – 9:00am start

• 20 Miler  – 8:30am start

• Marathon  – 8:30am start

• Ultra Marathon – 8:30am start

Race Bibs

Are picked up at race registration on the morning of the event.

Race bibs must be worn on the front of your person and must be clearly visible

We Supply Safety Pins

Laps

• 10K  - 1 lap

• 10 Miler – 1 lap

• Half Marathon – 1 lap

• 20 Miler -  2 x 10 mile laps

• Marathon - 2 x half marathon laps

• Ultra Marathon –2 x half marathon laps + 10km 

Water & Feed Stations:

Approx every 3 miles and may include Water, coke, juice, bisv=cuits, sweets, crisps, cake & fruit.  Please bring your own runners squashable cup, to save on plastic cup waste.

Results:

Results may take up to 24 hours to show on our website http://www.itsgrimupnorthrunning.co.uk If you have any questions about your final results, please email info@itsgrimupnorthrunning.co.uk

Headphones:

Over the ear headphones are not permitted.  You must be able to hear marshall instructions.  You can use bone conducion or a single ear bud.

Road Crossings:

There may be some unmarshalled road crossings along the route.  Please stay alert, take responsibility when crossing roads and always follow any instructions given by our marshals.

Transfers/upping or downing distances

You can manage your entry, including eligible transfers and changing distances, through the It's Grim Up North Running Website. http://www.itsgrimupnorthrunning.co.uk

Retiring or Injured:

If you need to retire from the race or become injured, please tell the nearest marshal immediately.

This is important so that we know you are safe and can account for everyone on the course.

Stay Connected

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