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Name: Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall
Start: 2026-06-20
End: 2026-06-20
Location: Leeds

Leeds, United Kingdom • 20 Jun 2026

Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series in Kirkstall

The Yorkshire Weekend Saunter Series takes place on 20 June 2026 at the Leeds/Liverpool Canal, Wyther Lane, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3. The event is organised by Its Grim Up North Running and offers multiple distance options along scenic local routes.

Distances offered include:

5 km
10 km
Half marathon

Routes are presented as scenic Yorkshire weekend courses with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Finishers receive a jumble medal plus hot food and a choice of beer or a soft drink.

Entry is available with flexible options: online advance payment or payment on the day. Pay on the day prices are listed for each distance in the event details. The format accommodates running, jogging, or walking at a self-selected pace and aims to suit a range of participant abilities.

The event location is given as the Leeds/Liverpool Canal at Wyther Lane in Kirkstall, Leeds. The description lists practical race day elements such as distance choices, finisher rewards, and entry options without reference to specific start or finish times. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Yorkshire and The Humber Leeds

Race information

Registration

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

5 km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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