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Crikey its the Christmas Cracker Day 1

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Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

calendar_today 12 Dec, 2026

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Crikey its the Christmas Cracker Day 1

About the Event

The Christmas Cracker Run takes place along the picturesque Leeds & Liverpool Canal in Kirkstall, Leeds, transforming this scenic trail into a winter wonderland for runners on its first day of festivities. The route is designed to be accessible and enjoyable with its generally flat terrain and well-maintained paths that follow the canal's edge.
Participants can expect a festive atmosphere at both the start/finish line and throughout their run, as the event kicks off the Christmas Cracker Weekend within the It’s Grim Up North Running series. The area buzzes with holiday cheer, complete with seasonal music playing in the background, an array of food stalls offering delicious treats, and vibrant decorations including a towering Christmas tree.
The race route is well-supported by marshals stationed along the way to ensure safety and guidance for all runners. Water stations are strategically placed at regular intervals to keep everyone hydrated without the need for disposable cups—participants are encouraged to bring their own reusable bottles or cups to promote sustainability.
Upon crossing the finish line, every runner will be greeted with a bespoke Christmas medal as well as festive treats to celebrate their achievement and add an extra touch of joy to this special event.
As part of the weekend festivities, runners have the option to participate in both days of racing for those looking to extend their holiday running experience.

Races Offered

10 Miles

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 16.1K

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£27.60

10km

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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£25.01

20 Miles

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 32.2K

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£37.09

5km

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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£16.39

Half Marathon

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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£30.19

Marathon

Dec 12, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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£41.40

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Leeds.

thermostat Temperature
4.6° / 8.4°
wb_sunny Feels like
-0.1° / 4.4°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
2h 21m
water_drop Avg rainfall
3.4 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
—
air Avg wind speed
16.9 km/h (Gentle breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
Low
terrain Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
sunny Max UV Index
Low (1.4)
humidity_mid Humidity
87.3%
wb_twilight Sunrise
09:16
nightlight Sunset
16:46

About Leeds

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Leeds is the largest city in the county of West Yorkshire and the third largest city in Britain, though its urban area size falls behind that of Manchester. Once a major industrial centre, the city today is better known for being the largest UK financial centre outside London, and for its impressive shopping, nightlife, universities and sports facilities. Leeds also has a growing cultural reputation, being home to many museums, restaurants and theatres, and a mixture of Georgian, Victorian, 20th and 21st century architecture.

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