Haworth Hobble
Haworth, United Kingdom • 14 Mar 2026
Event overview
The Haworth Hobble is an off-road endurance race organised by Keighley & Craven AC in the Aire Valley. The 2026 edition is the 45th running and takes place in March 2026. The course traverses gritstone moors around Haworth, Todmorden and Hebden Bridge and is described as a remote moors route with potential for very wintry conditions. Entry types include individual and pairs categories; senior and under-25 fees are published and discounts apply for Fell Runners Association members. The event uses Open Tracking for competitor trackers.
Course, kit and services
Distance is 51 km / 31.7 miles with climb 1340 m / 4396 ft. The event holds an FRA category BL permit and GPS devices are not allowed for navigation. Full FRA mandatory kit is required plus a foil blanket or bivvy bag, a minimum 0.5 litre water carrying capacity and an extra long-sleeved thermal base layer not to be worn at the race start. Detailed waterproof maps, GPX route files and guided reccy runs are provided for route familiarisation. There are six feed stations offering hot and cold drinks, basic foods and additional hot options on some stations. Race maps, cut offs and checkpoint information are provided to competitors; strict cut offs apply and competitors remain responsible for their own safety on remote sections. Venue is Haworth Primary School, Rawdon Road, Haworth, BD22 8DW. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.