Hopwood Trot
Middleton, United Kingdom • 5 Aug 2026
Hopwood Trot - Middleton
The Hopwood Trot is a multi-terrain running event held on Wednesday 5 August 2026 on paths, tracks and country lanes around Hopwood Hall on the outskirts of Middleton in Greater Manchester. The course is approximately five and a half miles (8.8 km) and follows a mix of field paths and minor roads. The route is not suitable for wheelchairs.
Registration and number and chip collection take place in the sports hall of the college near the event location. The start is on the adjoining sports field before the course joins the surrounding paths and lanes. Organiser details are provided by the hosting club, Middleton Harriers.
Entry is limited to 200 participants. Entries open on 30 December 2025 and close on 3 August 2026. The event minimum age is 16 on the event date. Entry fees are listed by category with a lower fee for UKA members and a higher fee for non members.
Prizes are awarded to the first three male and first three female finishers, to first place in age categories, and to the top male and female teams. The event page includes the event terms and conditions and a cancellation and refund policy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.