On 3 August 2025, Bingley hosts the Blimey it’s Blistering at Bingley Again, a flat and fast trail-running event along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, ideal for beginners, competitive runners, and ultra PB-seekers alike. Participants may choose from six distances—ranging from the short 5 km and 10 km runs, up through the half‑marathon, 10 mile, 20 mile, to the full marathon—with chip timing, well-marked routes, and refreshment stations roughly every three miles.
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5 km
The Blimey it’s Blistering at Bingley 5 km is a certified trail‑run held annually in early August (most recently on 3 August 2025) near Bingley, West Yorkshire. Starting from The Fisherman’s Inn, this chip‑timed towpath course follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with approximately 102 ft (~31 m) of (mostly flat) elevation gain, offering bespoke medals, well‑marked feed stations every ~3 miles, and treats at the finish courtesy of the low‑key but welcoming “It’s Grim Up North” event team
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What is the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
How long is the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
Where does the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
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The Blimey it’s Blistering at Bingley 5 km is a certified trail‑run held annually in early August (most recently on 3 August 2025) near Bingley, West Yorkshire. Starting from The Fisherman’s Inn, this chip‑timed towpath course follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with approximately 102 ft (~31 m) of (mostly flat) elevation gain, offering bespoke medals, well‑marked feed stations every ~3 miles, and treats at the finish courtesy of the low‑key but welcoming “It’s Grim Up North” event team
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K is 5km long.
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K takes place in Bingley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K elevation gain is 31 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
The Blimey it’s Blistering at Bingley 5 km is a certified trail‑run held annually in early August (most recently on 3 August 2025) near Bingley, West Yorkshire. Starting from The Fisherman’s Inn, this chip‑timed towpath course follows the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with approximately 102 ft (~31 m) of (mostly flat) elevation gain, offering bespoke medals, well‑marked feed stations every ~3 miles, and treats at the finish courtesy of the low‑key but welcoming “It’s Grim Up North” event team
How long is the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K is 5km long.
Where does the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K take place?
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K takes place in Bingley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
What is the elevation gain of the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
The Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K elevation gain is 31 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Blimey it's Blistering at Bingley 5K?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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