Welcome to The Arthur James ShakERR

The route which starts next to the picturesque Roberts Park is a 12.8 km (approx. 8 miles) loop, multi terrain, following sections of the Leeds - Liverpool canal towpath but with an undulating woodland section.

There will be a technical t-shirt for all race finishers please indicate the size you would like and we will endeavour to provide.

Start: The Field Next to the Cricket Pitch within Roberts Park, Saltaire.
Nearest Post Code: BD17 7LU
Collection of race numbers on the day
UK Athletics Licence Number: 2019 - 37456. Entry limit: 350.

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Following a sell out last year the Arthur James ShakERR returns for its third outing.

Formerly known as the "Saltaire Shaker" this is a race celebrating the life of Arthur James a former member of Eccleshill Road Runners, charity fund raiser and local running stalwart.
Arthur was a popular and much loved local character seen at many of the local races who encouraged young and old to "Run because you can"
Ecclshill Road Runners are proud to hold this annual event in his name and hope that you can come along and enjoy the event

This race is named as a tribute to the late Arthur James who encouraged and inspired many a local runner to ...

"RUN BECAUSE YOU CAN".