Tempting at Tempsey

Leeds, United Kingdom • 19 Apr 2026

Tempting at Tempsey is a trail running event held at the scenic Temple Newsam estate in Leeds, Yorkshire. The course features a mix of open country, gardens, and woodland with varied terrain including paths, grass, and trails. Runners can choose from four distances: 6.7 miles, half marathon, 20 miles, and marathon, all with a generous 6.5-hour cutoff.

The event offers well-stocked feed stations every three miles, clear signage, and enthusiastic marshals. Facilities include toilets near the start/finish and a welcoming post-race atmosphere with recovery goodies and bespoke medals. The race emphasizes environmental care by encouraging reusable cups and discouraging large headphones for safety. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

42 km
Marathon
20 mi
20 Miler
21 km
Half Marathon
7 mi
6.7 Miles
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