The Billing
Rawdon, United Kingdom • 14 Feb 2026
The Billing (14 February 2026)
The Billing is a winter trail race organised by Great Owl Running. The race starts and finishes at The Emmott Arms, Town St, Rawdon, Leeds LS19 6PP. The route is a development of two earlier Great Owl Running GPX races and includes an out-and-back shape with a lap close to Leeds Bradford Airport.
Course and logistics
The course distance is approximately 14 km with about 277 m of elevation gain. The route climbs the Billing, goes through the top of Yeadon, includes a lap of the Leeds Bradford Airport perimeter fence, and returns via a second ascent of the Billing. Surface is fields, trails and public footpaths. Navigation is fully marked. The race is a single lap, undulating trail and is not suitable for wheelchairs.
Entry is limited to 100 participants and the minimum age is 18. Entry fees range from £18 to £35 depending on options; if the event has places on the day, an additional £2 applies. Facilities at Race HQ include toilets, bag storage and a car park. There are no changing facilities or showers and no distance markers. The event is cupless; runners must carry a water container. A windproof or waterproof jacket and suitable extra clothing are mandatory. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.