The Billing

Rawdon, United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026

Event Overview

The Billing is a winter trail run near Leeds, West Yorkshire. It is organized by Great Owl Running. The route is approximately 14 km long with an ascent of 277 meters.

Route and Course

The event starts and finishes at The Emmott Arms pub in Rawdon. The course is a single lap. It heads up the Billing hill, passes through the top of Yeadon, includes a lap around the perimeter fence of Leeds Bradford Airport, and features a second ascent of The Billing on the return. The terrain includes fields, trails, and public footpaths. The route is described as undulating and mostly traffic-free, with way markers.

Event Details

Registration takes place at the event headquarters. There is free parking, secure bag storage, and toilets available. A mandatory kit list is provided for participants. The event has a maximum capacity of 100 places.

Additional Information

Medals and T-shirts are optional extras that can be purchased separately during entry. Participants can also make a donation to a "Trees Not Tees" initiative, which plants a native tree. The event encourages sustainability by allowing participants to bring their own cup. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

14 km
14 Km Trail Run
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