The Huddersfield Hurtle
The Huddersfield Hurtle is a trail running event held along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal at the River Colne, Chapel Hill, Huddersfield. The course is flat and follows an out and back route on good trail surfaces. The trail can be icy or slippy in places, so participants are advised to take care.
The course is fully marshalled and signed. Feed and drink stations are provided at approximately every three miles. Canal side toilets are available at the start and finish area. Finishers receive a bespoke medal and additional treats.
Distances offered:
- 5 km
- 10 km
- Half Marathon
- Marathon (two half laps)
All races are licensed by the Trail Running Association under UKA rules. Registration opens from 7:30am on the day and organisers recommend allowing at least one hour for parking, registration and use of facilities.
Parking:
NCP Huddersfield Colne Road, 20 Colne Rd, Huddersfield HD1 3AY or Alfred Street Car Park 3 Alfred St, Huddersfield HD1 - DO NOT PARK BY THE START FINISH. Huddersfield Bus Station is a 20 minute walk from the location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Event Details:
- Elevation: Flat
- Terrain: Good Trail (can be icy/slippy in places – take care!)
- Feed/Drink Stations: Every ~3 miles
- Course: Fully marshalled and signed
- Facilities: Canal-side loos at start/finish
- Finishers: Bespoke medal & plenty of treats
Distances & Start Times
All races are fully licensed by the Trail Running Association under UKA rules and take place on the scenic Leeds to Liverpool Canal – a flat, out-and-back route ideal for all abilities.
Registration opens from 7:30am (Allow at least 1 hour for parking, registration & loos)
- 10K – 10:00am
- Half Marathon – 9:00am
- 5km – 8:30am
- Marathon (2 x half laps) – 8:30am
Parking
NCP Huddersfield Colne Road, 20 Colne Rd, Huddersfield HD1 3AY or Alfred Street Car Park 3 Alfred St, Huddersfield HD1 - DO NOT PARK BY THE START FINISH. Huddersfield Bus Station is a 20 minute walk.