About the event
Date: Sunday 10th May 2026
Location: Leeds
Distance: Marathon (26.2 miles)
The first Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon saw over 10,000 participants run the street of Leeds, taking in some of the city's most scenic countryside and outer suburbs.
Whether you are an experienced runner or have never thought about taking part in an event before, all abilities are welcome for this very special event.
By taking on this challenge you will be helping us to save sight and change lives.
Apply for a charity place
- Registration Fee: £30 + booking fee
- Fundraising Target: £400
Please note: the registration deadline is 24th April 2026.
When you run with us, you'll receive:
- A Fight for Sight running vest
- A fundraising pack with tips and ideas to help you reach your target
- Regular contact and support from our friendly team
For more information, please email events@fightforsight.org.uk or call our office on 020 7620 2066.
Why support Fight for Sight?
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- Every 6 minutes
- a person in the UK hears that they will lose their sight
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- Just 1.2%
- of public investment in medical research goes into eye research
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- 2.7 million
- people will be living with vision loss by 2030. We’ll make sure life after vision loss is not a lonely one
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- Almost £30m
- is how much we plan to invest across scientific and social change over the next 5 years