The Hopper Trail Race
Always double-check with the organizer's website! This page may contain affiliate links.
Event
The Hopper is a timed trail race held on 20 June 2026 at Hamsterley Forest, Bishop Auckland, County Durham (DL13 3LN). Event options include solo and team formats with the following durations:
- 6 hours
- 12 hours
- 24 hours
Minimum age is 16 on the event date. New entries for the event closed on Wednesday 5 November 2025.
Course and rules
Runners complete repeated loops of an approximately 4.1 mile trail loop. Each loop has about 660 ft of elevation gain. Only complete laps are counted toward a competitor’s total. If multiple entrants or teams record the same number of laps, finishing order is decided by the fastest final lap time. Relay teams may include up to five runners; the team result is the combined lap total of its members.
Facilities and entries
The event provides toilets, first aid cover, water, hot drinks and snacks, with some vegan options. The route is fully waymarked and marshalled. Camping for the night of the event (20 June) is included in the entry. All participants receive a bespoke memento. Prizes are awarded for the greatest distance covered in each of the 6 hour, 12 hour and 24 hour categories. Entry fees vary by event and team size, with a small discount for UKA affiliation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
