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Runs in and around Leeds
18 running routes in Leeds · 45 more nearby
The running around Leeds is properly hilly in places, with some good climbs to be felt, and you'll find a mix of surfaces underfoot. Most routes are loops, with distances from 4.5km up to 21km.
You could try the River Aire and Rothwell Country Park route, or head out on the Canal Towpath to Calverley Bridge.
Runs in Leeds
Adel Woods
Leeds, England
Starting from the Adel Woods car park and following Crag Lane around Alwoodley Village Green, then continuing through Adel Moor via the…
Belle Isle Middleton Park
Leeds, England
Starting from just outside the entrance to John Charles Academy grounds and then looping around Middleton Park before returning via the…
Canal Towpath to Calverley Bridge
Leeds, England
Starting from Newlay Bridge and following Pollard Lane to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, following it to Calverley Bridge, where it crosses…
Eccup Reservoir 7
Leeds, England
Starting from Goodrick Lane in Alwoodley and looping around Eccup Reservoir.
Eccup Reservoir 9
Leeds, England
An extended loop around Eccup Reservoir, starting from Goodrick Lane and extending up as far as the Emmerdale Village TV location.
Huntress Leeds
Leeds, England
This urban run in Leeds city centre starts at Broad Gate, follows Vicar Lane, crosses the River Aire, and continues along the river.
Meanwood Grove
Leeds, England
This loop from Meanwood Park offers a mix of urban fringe and scenic trails.
Meanwood Valley
Leeds, England
The path weaves through woodland and open spaces, offering a mix of soft ground and firm trails.
River Aire and Rothwell Country Park
Leeds, England
Starting from Bullough Lane and first making a loop around Skelton Lake before coming back via the same route and making Around Rothwell…
River Aire to Thwaite Mills
Leeds, England
Following the River Aire from Centenary Bridge to Thwaite Watermill and back.
Roundhay Park
Leeds, England
A loop of Roundhay Park starting from the Mansion and heading south to skirt round Waterloo Lake, then head up to the Gorge Bridge in the…
Roundhay Two Lakes Loop
Oakwood, West Yorkshire
This loop explores Roundhay Park, taking in both Waterloo Lake and Upper Lake on a mix of surfaced paths and well-used park trails.
Skamper Leeds Half Canalathon
Leeds, England
You are entered into this Challenge Event.
Sugarwell Hill Park and Around
Lovell Park, West Yorkshire
The ground is almost entirely off-road, with only short paved sections, making for a proper trail feel.
Temple Newsam and Menagerie Ponds
Leeds, England
Starting from the east end of the Sycamore Walk and looping anti-clockwise around Temple Newsam gold course and Menagerie Ponds.
Temple Newsam East
Leeds, England
Starting from Temple Newsam Home Farm and initially heading south to Dunstan Hills, then north east to Charcoal Wood, before heading east…
Towpath to Bramley
Leeds, England
From Wharfe Approach to the footbridge after Broad Lane and back along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Woodlesford Road Loop
Leeds, England
A straightforward road run around Woodlesford, ideal for those seeking a convenient local route.
Runs around Leeds
Within roughly 16 km, sorted by distance. Showing 24 of 45.
West along the canal from Calverley Bridge
Leeds, England
From Calverley Bridge to Apperley Road and back along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal.
Bullough Lane and the canal towpath
Leeds, England
Starting from Woodlesford Lock and following the River Aire to the footbridge just before the motorway, then looping round Skelton Lake…
Cookridge to Golden Acre Park
Leeds, England
This run starts on Pinfold Lane, following the Leeds County Way past Paul's Pond and through Breary Marsh Nature Reserve.
Canal towpath west to Thwaite Mills
Leeds, England
Starting from Woodlesford Lock and following the River Aire to Skelton Grange Road and back.
Woodlesford Canal Run
Leeds, England
This canal-side run from Woodlesford Lock to Lemonroyd Marina offers a peaceful out-and-back route on a flat, well-maintained towpath.
Cave Lane
Leeds, England
A loop starts and finishes at Junction of Main Street and Moor Knoll Lane (start SE side of Main Street, finish NW side of Main Street)…
Bramhope, Guiseley, Horsforth Round
Leeds, England
This ultra trail loop offers a varied mix of terrain, linking Bramhope, Guiseley, and Horsforth through a blend of pavements, woodland…
East Bramhope Cross Country Loop
Bramhope, England
This clockwise cross-country loop offers a varied and scenic run east from Bramhope.
Raikes Lane and Black Carr
Bradford, England
Starting on Raikes Lane, continuing along Scholebrook Lane, heading west through the woods and then returning via Neds Lane and Holme Lane.
Bramhope - Burley Moor Circuit
Bramhope, Otley, Menston, England
This trail run offers a varied and rewarding circuit linking Bramhope, Otley, Burley Moor, and Menston, with plenty of elevation changes…
Tyersal Lane and Raikes Lane
Leeds, England
Starts and finishes at Tyersal Lane, making a clockwise loop via Pudsey Green, Leeds Country Way, Scholebrook Lane, Raikes Lane, Holme Lane…
Barrowby Lane and Barnbow Common
Leeds, England
Starting from Barrowby Lane and following the Leeds Country Way up to the Shippen Plantation, looping round that and returning past the…
Carr Beck
Leeds, England
Starting at the south end of Ravenscliffe Road and heading south on the Leeds Country Way via Round Wood, looping around the Woodhall…
Bottom Boat to Pinder Green
Wakefield, England
Starts and finishes at the path at the end of St Peters's crescent near Bottomboat and returns from Junction with Pinders Green Walk near…
Kirklees Way to Howden Clough
Kirklees, England
Starts and finishes at Junction of Lady Ann Road and Soothill Lane, and returns from A643 to the start point.
St Aidens Nature Reserve from Wood Row
Leeds, England
Starting from Shan House Bridge and looping around the Nature Reserve in a clockwise motion.
St Aidan's Nature Reserve
Leeds, England
Starting from the entrance to the RSPB Reserve and looping round Eastern Reedbed, Western Reedbed, Lemonroyd Lake, Main Lake and Bowers…
Harewood Park
Harewood, England
Starting from Church Lane and looing around Harewood Park via Ebor Way, Leeds Country Way and then Wall Side Plantation.
Bardsey hills
Bardsey cum Rigton, West Yorkshire
This 7 km circuit is around the hilly area to the west of Bardsey offers a mix of paved and off-road running, with about 130 metres of…
Gawthorpe Lane
Wakefield, England
An out and back to Kirkhamgate on Wakefield Way. part narrow tarmac lane, part track.
Westfield Loop
Leeds, England
Includes a section through Spring Wood which can be muddy.
Idle Urban 5
Bradford, England
A straightforward 5k clockwise loop through the streets of Idle.
Esholt 10
Leeds, England
A course on mixed trails through woods, along a towpath across fields and sections on lanes.
Allerton Bywater 5
Allerton Bywater, England
A 5k route from Allerton Bywater heads along the old railway path, providing a flat, easy-to-navigate surface.
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