Rob Burrow Marathon 2023 route map, timings, road closures and more

Thousands of runners will be hitting the streets of Leeds this weekend to take part in the inaugural Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon.

Organisers are anticipating a party atmosphere, with musicians performing at various points along the course and members of the public being invited to turn out and cheer on the runners as they pound their way through some of the city’s most picturesque communities and countryside. Around 700 volunteers will be on hand to help with the day’s proceedings.

The pair’s achievements were recognised by the council earlier this year when they were given the freedom of Leeds - the city’s highest civic honour.Start time and route Starting and ending at Headingley Stadium, the marathon will follow a route around the north west of Leeds. It will see runners go through areas including Woodhouse Moor, West Park, Adel, Bramhope, Lawnswood, Pool in Wharfedale and Otley.

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