Gledhow Valley

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Gledhow Valley is a swift race along Gledhow Valley Woods. A ribbon of woodland and grassland running through a suburban area of north Leeds. The valley is entirely surrounded by trees and Gledhow Valley Road runs through its centre. A small stream called Gledhow Beck flows along the valley and empties into Gledhow Lake. Postode of suggested Start LS7 4NJ.

INFO

Distance: 5km / 3.1 Miles

Elevation: ~80M

Terrain: Trail / Footpaths / Forest Trails

Suggested Start: LS7 4NJ

Travel

Parking

Pin on map points to Gledhow Lane. There are plenty of roads around where you can par for free. We like to encourage people to run or cycle to our events and there are plenty of places to lock your bike close to the start. Please note you park your vehicle at your own risk.

Buses

1a, 36, 2 and 2a Buses all go to Chapel Allerton which is the nearest point.

Trains

none

Recomended Gear

Watch / Phone capable of reading a GPX trace

Suitable clothing, check the forecast, dress appropriately

Suitable footwear, adverse weather will affect the course.

WARNING

NARROW PATHS Some of these paths are narrow and you may want to avoid certain times.

ROAD CROSSING This course contains road crossings, be vigilant when crossing roads.

COURSE RECORDS

Finn Duncan 20:06 (2021)
Sam Harris 21:40 (2021)