Leeds Abbey Dash 2026 – Date, Distances & Race Week Tips

Final weeks before the Leeds Abbey Dash

Plans for the Leeds Abbey Dash have closed because race day is less than 4 weeks away. If you have been training, most of the work is done. Use the final weeks to stay steady, then ease off for race day.

10km: your last longer run can be about a week before race day. Then keep race week light.

Race week

Keep your runs short and easy.
Nothing new on race day. Wear shoes and kit you have already run in.
Eat and drink what you are used to.
Check the start time and how to get there on the official race site.
Start at a pace you can hold. The pace calculator shows your km splits.
If you are ill or injured, get advice from a doctor or physio before you race.

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FAQs.

When is the Leeds Abbey Dash?

The next Leeds Abbey Dash is Sunday 29 November 2026. It includes a 10km.

What is the Leeds Abbey Dash?

After nearly 40-years of being organised by Age UK, Run For All is proud to be taking over the baton to deliver this much-loved event from 2025.We’re committed to continuing this world-class event that so many have come to love, and we’re proud to deliver an unforgettable 10K experience.Age UK will very much remain involved in the event as the lead partner charity and we will work together to encourage entrants to support this incredible cause. The Leeds Abbey Dash has officially been selected as the England Athletics 10K Championship event; making it a key fixture on the national road racing calendar with a renewed focus on elite performance and mass participation. Like all Run For All events, whether you’re running for a PB, fundraising for a cause close to your heart, or simply aiming to get round and enjoy the day, the Leeds Abbey Dash is the perfect event to end the year with. .

Is it too late to train for the Leeds Abbey Dash?

Dangelo plans for the Leeds Abbey Dash have closed because race day is less than 4 weeks away. If you have been running, keep your runs steady, do your last long run and ease off in race week. If you are new to the distance, pick a later race and start a free plan in the Dangelo app.

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