Photojournalism: Chevin Chase 2022, West Yorkshire
DECEMBER 28, 2022
What is Chevin Chase?
Chevin Chase is an annual race held on Boxing Day, 26th December, at 11am. The race is over 40 years old and takes place in North West Leeds: starting in Guiseley before looping through the West Yorkshire countryside, over Otley Chevin and finishing again in Guiseley. In total, it is a 7-mile loop which for many competitors is not particularly an arduous distance however the multi-terrain nature of the race, wintry conditions and a belly full of Christmas dinner, ensures that it is a challenge for most runners.
The 2022 Chevin Chase attracted 2000 runners with outfits ranging from the simple running kit of a club athlete to shirts and santa hats, and full blown fancy dress. The weather rapidly cycled between sunny but windy and downpours of rain. Two waves of runners were released fifteen minutes apart due to the high number of competitors in the 2022 Chevin Chase.
