About Leeds Marathon
11th May 2025

Join #TeamCHSF for the return of the Leeds Marathon!

Take part in the Leeds Marathon in 2025 run 26.2 miles for Children’s Heart Surgery Fund and raise life-saving funds for our heart unit, patients and their families.

Leeds Marathon will see over 10,000 participants take on a fantastic route through Leeds that starts and finishes at Headingley Stadium, taking in some of Leeds’ most scenic countryside and outer suburbs.

Event organisers ‘Run For All’ welcome all abilities to join this very special event, so whether you are an experienced runner or have never thought about running an event before, why not get involved.

Location

The Leeds Marathon begins at Headingley stadium and the route goes through areas such as Meanwood, Bramhope and Otley.

Registration fee: £30 (inc. Booking fee)   FREE!
Minimum fundraising pledge: £650

How to take part

Book your place in the race with CHSF using the form below. Already got your own place? Let us know you’re running for CHSF by emailing events@chsf.org.uk!

Sign up for Leeds Marathon 2025

Sorry – all CHSF places for this race are now sold out. For more info about this event or to register your interest in future events email events@chsf.org.uk. Thank you.

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