About
Rothwell Cakeathon takes place within Rothwell Park - a race that ends with cake. With loads going on, you'll want to stick around even after your race is over. Collect your cake, your finisher's medal and enjoy the beautiful Rothwell Park.
Where and when
Location
Leeds Skelton Lake Services, M1 J45 Skelton, Leeds, LS9 0AS
Start times
Sun 14th July 24
5 Miles: 09:30
10 Miles: 09:30 am
15 Miles: 09:30 am
20 Miles: 09:30 am
Marathon: 09:30 am
Ultra Marathon: 09:30 am
Early Birds: 08:00 am
Route information
Terrain: Paved paths, trails, grass, and pavements.
Route Type Loops
Runners will be able to choose from 6 distances that suit them best. The course will comprise a five-mile loop meaning runners are never far from the base and will feel well-supported.
The route is undulating in places but will be manageable for both beginners as well as experienced runners. This looped route will be well-marshaled and signposted throughout.
When you complete your race, everyone is encouraged to stay around and have a chat with friends and enjoy the post-race feast.
Cakeathon info
A full array of cakes will then await at the finish line with a new option to create your own 'Cake Kebab' preventing you from having to make that difficult decision and allowing you to taste several flavors.
What's included
• Bespoke Medal for all runners
• Feed stations on the route
• Cakes at the finish line
• fully signposted and marshaled route
Parking: Is available at the Skelton Motorway Services. No charges for parking.
Age Requirements
• 5 miles: Participants need to be 18 and over to take part
• 10 miles: Participants need to be 18 and over to take part
• 15 miles: Participants need to be 18 and over to take part
• Marathon: Participants need to be 18 and over to take part
• Ultra: Participants need to be 21 and over to take part
Cut-off time
The cut-off time is 6.5 hours, meaning you must finish your race by 16:00.
Feed Station
Every 2.5 miles. The station will offer water, juice, sweets, biscuits, cake, and salted potatoes to keep you going.
Toilets
Toilets will be available at this event.