Yorkshire Marathon 2026

Take on one of the UK's most iconic marathons and make every mile count for children across Leeds. By running the Yorkshire Marathon for Leeds Children's Charity, you'll help provide life-changing residential breaks, outdoor adventures and opportunities for children to grow in confidence, build resilience and create memories that last a lifetime.

18th October 2026

Charity event

Organised by   Yorkshire Marathon

£65.50.00 • University of York, Heslington, York YO10 5DD

Yorkshire Marathon

Run for Leeds Children’s Charity

Take on one of the UK’s most iconic marathons and help give children across Leeds the chance to build confidence, make happy memories and enjoy the childhood they deserve.

The Yorkshire Marathon has become one of the country’s most popular running events, attracting thousands of runners every year. Famous for its incredible atmosphere, scenic route and Yorkshire welcome, it’s the perfect challenge whether you’re taking on your first marathon or chasing a new personal best.

Every mile you run and every pound you raise will help provide life-changing residential breaks and outdoor adventures for children facing poverty, hardship and challenging circumstances across Leeds.

Already have a place?

If you’ve secured your own place in the Yorkshire Marathon, we’d love for you to run for Leeds Children’s Charity.

Simply choose us as your charity, set up your fundraising page and start making a difference. Our fundraising team will be there to support you every step of the way with fundraising tips, resources and encouragement.

Sign up

Ready to take on the challenge?

Register for your Yorkshire Marathon place and join Team Leeds Children’s Charity.

Sign up here to register your place

Set up your fundraising page

Once you’ve registered, create your JustGiving page and start sharing your challenge with family, friends and colleagues.

Every donation, big or small, helps brighten children’s lives.

Create your Fundraising Profile

If you’d like any support getting started, we’re always happy to help.

Prefer a shorter challenge?

Run the Yorkshire 10 Mile

If a marathon feels like one step too far, why not take on the Yorkshire 10 Mile instead?

Whether you’re new to running or looking for a shorter challenge, the Yorkshire 10 Mile is a fantastic way to support Leeds Children’s Charity while pushing yourself to achieve something amazing.

Every mile you run will help give children across Leeds the opportunity to build confidence, enjoy the outdoors and create memories that last a lifetime.

Find out more about the Yorkshire 10 Mile and sign up to run for Leeds Children’s Charity today.

Questions?

If you have any questions about taking part or fundraising for Leeds Children’s Charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Megan Phillips
Email: Megan@leedschildrenscharity.org.uk

Thank you for choosing to support Leeds Children’s Charity. Together, we can help more children discover their confidence, enjoy the outdoors and create memories that will last a lifetime.