Kirkstall Calverley Cutter & 10K

The Kirkstall Calverley Cutter & 10K is a January race series held at the Kirkstall Bridge Inn in Leeds, West Yorkshire. The start line for both races is located just off the pub, adjacent to the Leeds Liverpool Canal. The main Cutter race is a 16K trail run incorporating the canal, the River Aire, and Calverley Cutting. For those seeking a quicker, flatter option, the Kirkstall Bridge 10K offers an out-and-back course along the canal. The 16K is the more challenging option, with Calverley Cutting described by the organisers as brutal. In contrast, the 10K is presented as suitable for all runners. Registration takes place at the Kirkstall Bridge Inn, an award-winning venue that also provides a warm space for participants after their winter run. The course is straightforward yet fully marked, with marshals stationed at key locations. Results from previous editions indicate the Cutter has established itself as a consistent fixture on the local race calendar.