Meanwood Holly Hustle

Meanwood Holly Hustle - event overview

The Meanwood Holly Hustle is a forest trail race organised by Great Owl Running on 15 November 2026. The race starts and finishes at the Meanwood Institute, 94 Green Rd, Meanwood, Leeds LS6 4LD. The course uses Meanwood Park, the Hollies and the Meanwood Valley Trail, passing the Seven Arches viaduct and Adel Crag. The surface includes grass, rocky ground, muddy trails and footpaths, and the route gains about 200 m / 650 ft of elevation.

Race details, facilities and requirements

The advertised distance is 10.5 km / 6.5 miles. Entry is limited to 200 participants and the minimum age is 18. Organisers note the course may be very muddy at this time of year and recommend appropriate footwear. Headphones are not recommended because of narrow and technical sections. One small private road section is marshalled and participants will be advised to stay on the pavement where possible. The event provides a cupless water system, so participants must bring a water container. A warm jacket or layer is recommended. Facilities at Race HQ include toilets, bag storage and a water station. All finishers are offered complimentary soup. Optional extras such as medals, t-shirts or a 'Trees not Tees' donation are listed as available before the race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.