Grand Canal Canter: Spring 2027

The Grand Canal Canter takes place beside the Leeds to Liverpool Canal at Kirkstall, with registration and toilets located next to the canal. This is a flat trail race offering several distance options: 10K, 10 miles, half marathon, 20 miles, marathon, and ultra. The longer races involve repeated laps; the 20-miler consists of two 10-mile laps, the marathon uses two half-marathon laps, and the ultra adds a 10K after two half-marathon laps. The course is an out-and-back on a good trail, providing a straightforward, level path for beginners and an opportunity for faster runners to achieve a personal best. Aid stations are positioned approximately every three miles. The course will be signed and marshalled, and all finishers will receive a custom medal and treats. The races are licensed by the Trail Running Association under UKA rules. Participants are requested to bring a reusable cup or bottle to help the event minimize disposable cup usage. Large over-ear headphones are prohibited to ensure runners can hear marshals, vehicles, and other canal users.