Meanwood Holly Hustle

Get ready for the exhilarating Meanwood Holly Hustle on Sunday, November 15, 2026! Organized by Great Owl Running, this vibrant forest trail run promises a thrilling experience through some of Leeds' most stunning landscapes. Starting from the Meanwood Institute, participants will tackle a 10.5km (6.5 miles) course that features challenging uphills and rewarding downhills, providing an adrenaline-fueled adventure for all fitness levels. Runners will traverse the picturesque Meanwood Park and the beautifully maintained Hollies, known for their diverse flora and scenic paths. The course also includes the iconic Meanwood Valley Trail, where you'll enjoy breathtaking views past the Seven Arches viaduct and Adel Crag. As this time of year can lead to muddy conditions, appropriate footwear is highly recommended. After crossing the finish line, all finishers can warm up with complimentary soup, making this event as enjoyable as it is challenging. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect with nature and fellow runners—register early to secure your spot and consider the optional 'Trees not Tees' donation to make a positive environmental impact!

A fast fun packed forest trail run with some challenging uphills and rewarding downhills! Starting in Meanwood, the Holly Hustle takes in some of the best trails that Leeds has to offer. A combination of beautiful Meanwood Park and the Hollies, famous for well-kept paths through extensive woodlands, with a vast collection of different species of flowers. Then onto the marvellous Meanwood Valley Trail, past the Seven Arches viaduct and Adel Crag. This course at this time of year is very likely to be a mud bath, we’d like to recommend all runners to wear appropriate footwear. Due to the nature of the course (narrow paths, technical sections) headphones are not recommended for this event. This course contains one small private road section (marshalled) and runners will be advised to stay on the pavement where possible. RACE DETAILS Race HQ The Meanwood Institute, 94 Green Rd, Meanwood, Leeds LS6 4LD Distance 10.5km / 6.5 miles Elevation 200m / 650ft Terrain grass / rocky ground / muddy trails / footpaths Registration From 9:30 Race Start 11:00 Entry Limit 200 Minimum Age 18 WHAT'S INCLUDED Complimentary soup will be provided to all finishers at the end of the race. OPTIONAL EXTRAS Medals and T-shirts are often a standard provision of race entry. But this can sometimes mean you end up taking home extras you didn't really want (or leaving them behind!) To make sure you end up with exactly what you want, we now provide the option to add medal or t-shirt purchases to your entry order. This means we can minimise waste and also keep down the cost of the standard entry for all. If you fancy doing a good deed, you could also opt to make a 'Trees not Tees' donation. This will pay for a tree to be planted...an ever-growing memento of your race day! Please note optional extras are only available for a certain time before race date. Entry on the day is available but extras will be limited to any excess stock for purchase. FACILITIES Race HQ Toilets Bag Storage Water Station MANDATORY / RECOMMENDED GEAR Water Container - Great Owl Running events are cupless, we provide water at refill stations but you must bring your own container. Jacket / Warm Layer - We highly recommend you carry a warm layer with you. It can be a long walk back to the nearest road should you hurt yourself and need assistance.