Rothwell Kebabathon

Trail Running at Rothwell Country Park

The Rothwell Kebabathon is a trail running event based at Leeds Skelton Lake Services, located off the M1 at Junction 45. The event utilizes the surrounding natural landscape, with a course that starts behind the service station and traverses Rothwell Country Park. Participants encounter a variety of terrain including woodland, riverside paths, grass trails, and some sections of road. One notable feature of the route is an elevation point that provides views of Leeds City Centre.

The event is designed to be eco-friendly, with the start venue featuring a rooftop bird hide and a donation of 50p per participant made to the RSPB. Because the organizers aim to be cupless, participants are encouraged to bring their own reusable bottles or cups for use at the water and feed stations, which are located approximately every 3 miles. Both runners and walkers are permitted to participate, provided they can complete their chosen distance within the 6.5 hour time limit.

Available distances include:

• Marathon
• 20 Miles
• Half Marathon
• 6.7 Miles

Finishers receive a bespoke medal along with kebabs and hot or cold drinks. For safety, large over-ear headphones are prohibited, though bone-conducting headphones or single-earbud use are allowed due to potential unmarshalled road crossings. Free parking is available onsite, and the venue offers full access to service station facilities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.