Piglove by the River

Leeds, United Kingdom • 29 Apr 2026

Event details

Piglove By The River 10km & 5km takes place at Piglove By The River, Clarence Rd, Leeds LS10 1EE. Distances offered are:

  • 5 km
  • 10 km

The event has an entry limit of 150 and a minimum age of 18. Elevation is listed as 193 m (633 ft). Terrain includes public footpaths, riverside trails and tarmac paths. Registration and race start times are given by the organiser but are not included here.

Course and facilities

The 5 km course follows the Trans Pennine Trail for 2.5 km and turns around just before Thwaite Mills; the route is described as flat with good-quality footpath conditions. The 10 km daytime route follows the same path then continues past Thwaite Mills and becomes slightly more rugged while remaining close to the river; there is one small bridge with steps. The night 10 km route is two laps of the 5 km route, turning at 2.5 km. Turnaround points will be clearly marked and marshalled.

Facilities at Race HQ include toilets and bag storage. All finishers receive a drink courtesy of Piglove Brewery. Medals and T-shirts are available as optional extras at entry. Headtorches are required for the organiser’s Autumn "By Night" event. Parking is available at CitiPark Leeds Dock, Armouries Drive LS10 1LE; the venue is near Granary Wharf, Royal Armouries and Leeds Station. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
5 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

Join the PieAthlon 6 km trail run around Longwood with three pie tasting stations and a fun fancy dress vibe. Medals for all and prizes for top finishers make this community event part race part party.

Calverley Chaos is a Christmas edition 12 km trail race along the Calverley Millennium Way, taking in canal towpath and countryside views and based at The Railway Inn in Leeds. Entry is limited to 100 runners so book early.

Join the Cragg Vale Christmas Score Event on 20 December 2025 at Cragg Vale Church for a fun 90 minute orienteering challenge. Visit controls to collect points, enjoy a bacon or vegan bap, and support Cragg Church refurbishments.

Experience night orienteering at historic Oakwell Hall, navigating woods, parkland and formal gardens by headtorch as the Elizabethan manor glows nearby. Choose from four courses 1.1 to 4.0 km with on site support and a cafe for hot drinks.