Regular Irregular

Brockholes, United Kingdom • 13 Dec 2025

Event details

The 20th Regular Irregular takes place on 13 December 2025 at Brockholes Village Hall, Brockholes, Holmfirth HD9 7EB (GR SE153109). The event is organised by The Irregulars, a Local Walkers and Drivers Association (LDWA) group. Participants may walk or run up to three loop routes in the Holmfirth area. The loops are:

  • 11.6 miles / 18.5 km
  • 7.2 miles / 11.5 km
  • 4.2 miles / 6.7 km

Loops must be completed in order from the longest to the shortest. There are cut off times for starting Loop B and Loop C. Maps are required - Explorer 288 is recommended. The terrain includes moorland, urban sections and roads.

Participation, fees and requirements

Entries open 17 March 2025 and close 11 December 2025. Advance fees are LDWA £12 and Non-LDWA £15; on-the-day entry is £20 (cash only). Children under 16 accompanied by an adult enter free. Entry is limited to 150; a wait list is used when full. U-18s must be LDWA members or be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Dogs are allowed but must be under constant control.

Entry includes tea and toast at registration, snacks and cold drinks between loops, a meal at the finish and a certificate. Mandatory kit includes waterproof clothing, spare top, suitable footwear, a head or hand torch with spare batteries, first aid kit, compass, whistle, survival bag, and a route description and map. Participants who retire must do so at a checkpoint. Marshals may withdraw participants for safety or schedule reasons. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

12 mi
Loop a 11.6 Miles
7 mi
Loop B 7.2 Miles
4 mi
Loop C 4.2 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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