Hoppits Hill
Mirfield, United Kingdom • 15 Feb 2026
Event overview
The Hoppits Hill races in Mirfield, West Yorkshire take place on 15 February 2026. The event is organised by Dewsbury Road Runners and includes the 2026 Yorkshire junior championship races for some age groups. Races are held on a hilly fell course and are not suitable for wheelchairs. Race headquarters is at Hopton Mills Cricket Club, Woodbottom, Hagg Lane, Mirfield.
Race details and facilities
Distances listed for junior races are: U10 1 km, U12 2 km, U14 3 km. Older junior and senior races are run over approximately 4.85–5 km and the longer course includes around 210 m of climb. Junior course climbs listed are 55 m (U10), 106 m (U12) and 170 m (U14). Entry limits are shown separately for junior and senior races (entry limits published as 150 for the junior races and 250 for the senior race). Entry fees published are £3.00 for each junior race; senior entry fees are £5.50 for FRA members and £7.50 for non-members. Entry on the day may be available for an additional fee. The race holds an FRA permit and associated insurance. Facilities at the venue are limited: toilets are available, but there are no water stations, distance markers, changing facilities, showers or baggage store. Chocolates are listed for all junior finishers. Ages for junior categories are determined by age on 31 December 2026; senior and veteran age is age on the day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.