Step into a legendary chapter of fell running history at the Haworth Hobble on Saturday, 14th March 2026, as this classic winter ultra celebrates its 45th edition. This is not a sanitized trail race; it's a 32-mile, 4400ft gritstone rite of passage across the remote and windswept moors encircling Haworth, Todmorden, and Hebden Bridge, demanding self-sufficiency and respect for the elements. Renowned for its exceptionally low entry fee and exceptionally high spirit, the event is a hallmark of community organization, featuring famously lavish checkpoint feasts and a warm, post-race pizza reception. With early starts available and an 11-hour cutoff, it welcomes a wide spectrum of participants, from elite runners to determined hikers, all united by the challenge. Prepare for a raw, authentic, and unforgettable journey where the legacy of the Brontës' landscape meets the enduring camaraderie of the UK's trail running tradition. Entries open 1st October 2025 and sell out fast—secure your place in this iconic fixture.
Races Offered
Haworth Hobble
Mar 14, 2026
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Distance —
51K
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Type —
Running
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08:00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Haworth.
thermostatTemperature
2.3° / 8.7°
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-2.2° / 4.0°
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Avg sunshine hours
6h 3m
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Avg rainfall
2.9 mm
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Avg snowfall
0.3 cm
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Avg wind speed
16.2 km/h (Gentle breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Low
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Low (2.8)
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Humidity
85.3%
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Sunrise
07:18
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Sunset
19:12
About Haworth
Learn more about the host city, Haworth.
Haworth is a village of 6,700 people (2021) in the county of West Yorkshire in the north of England, about 7.5 km away from Bradford. It's famous as the place where the Brontë sisters grew up and wrote their novels, and all too soon died. As a result, Haworth and its surroundings draw in millions of visitors each year: you'll even see signage in Japanese.
