Race · Otley, West Yorkshire

Green Gateways

New Year's trail marathon through the green spaces north of Leeds.

Next running

Sat, 2 Jan 2027

Start time not confirmed yet — check with the organiser.

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Pick your distance

22.2

km · 13.8 mi

487

m ascent

1

checkpoint

VERY HARD

TRP grade · E4

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What you’re in for

A first-Saturday-of-January race on the Green Gateways long-distance walk, linking the parks and public green space around north Leeds. Takes in the Chevin, Yeadon Banks, Yeadon Tarn and Danefield Woods. The marathon adds The Billing and a stretch along the River Aire.

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Common questions

How far is the Green Gateways?

The Green Gateways offers 3 distances: Half Marathon (22.2 km / 13.8 miles), 20 Mile (32.2 km / 20.0 miles), 34 Mile (54.9 km / 34.1 miles). Every figure is measured from the organiser's own course file.

How much climbing is in the Green Gateways?

The Half Marathon has 487 m of ascent. The 34 Mile has 1,086 m of ascent.

How hard is the Green Gateways?

Half Marathon: Very Hard. 34 Mile: Expert. TRP grades come from distance and climb measured off the course file, not from the organiser.

Is the Green Gateways course marked?

No. The Green Gateways is not a marked course. You are expected to navigate it yourself.

Can I download the Green Gateways route?

Yes. The GPX for each distance is free to download here, with no sign-up, the same as every route on Trail Running Planet.

When is the next Green Gateways?

Sat, 2 Jan 2027, 08:00. Not open yet.