Our Races

Hook Norton Harriers proudly present two races each year to raise funds for the club and provide fun, includive events for all running abilities. Our summer race is a 6 mile road race which is included in the Oxfordshire AA Grand Prix. Our winter race is a hilly, mainly off-road, 7 mile race offering a tough test to any runner. We actively encourage fancy dress at this more informal event.

For more information or to enter (when entries are available) please see the details below and click on the appropriate links for furher details.

Hooky 6 Road Race

Our annual summer 6 mile road race in and around the beautiful Cotswold village of Hook Norton.

The 2025 race will be held on 3rd August at 10am.

Entries will open on May 6th More details are on this link: Hooky 6 entries.

⁉️⁉️ FAQs ⁉️⁉️

We are so looking forward to welcoming you to Hook Norton for the Hooky 6 on Sunday 4th August! Final race instructions have now been emailed to all those who have entered, please check your junk email boxes just in case!

Here are a few FAQs, hopefully they’ll be useful!

1. Where?? The race start is at the Hook Norton Sports and Social Club, Bourne Lane, OX15 5PB.

2. When?? The main Hooky 6 race starts at 10am.

3. Parking?? Parking is at the Hook Norton Primary School, OX15 5JS. Please follow marshals instructions regarding parking and car share if at all possible. Please allow about 10 minutes to walk from the school to the race.

4. Numbers?? Numbers have not been posted and will need to be collected, along with your timing chip, from the HNSSC.

5. On the day entries?? There are a handful of on the day entries. First come, first served.

6. Toilets?? There are loos and changing facilities at the HNSSC.

7. Bag drop?? There is no official bag drop. Belongings can be left at the race start but entirely at your own risk.

8. Water?? Water is provided on the course in paper cups and at the end of the race too.

9. Refreshments?? There will be hot drinks and cake available to purchase. This year we will be CASHLESS!

10. Goody bags?? There will be a goody bag for each runner with our amazing tee shirt and sunglasses.

11. Results?? The Hooky 6 is a chip timed race and results will be live soon after the race finishes.

12. Photos?? Our lovely photographer James will be snapping away and we will share the photos on social media. Please mark your race number with a big red cross if you DON’T want to be photographed.

13. Prizes?? Age category prizes will be presented once the final runner has finished. These have been kindly donated by the Hook Norton Brewery.

14. Food Bank. After your amazing generosity at the Christmas Canter we are once again asking for donations for our local food banks. Check the race instructions for item suggestions.

See you on Sunday!!

Hooky Christmas Canter

The Christmas Canter is a chilly, hilly, mix of road, field and trail over a scenic 7 mile course. Competitors are encouraged to wear fancy dress (entirely optional!) and are rewarded with mince pies, mulled wine (water also available!) and much festive cheer. A superb way to round off the running year.

The 2025 race will be on December 14th.

You can enter the race from here. CLICK HERE TO ENTER

Want to join us?

Come along to the Hook Norton Sports & Social Club at 7pm on a Tuesday to meet us and join us for a run! If you'd like to become a member, simply send us an email:

membership@hooknortonharriers.org.uk

Contact us

For all general enquiries: info@hooknortonharriers.org.uk

Address:

Hook Norton Sports & Social Club

The Bourne

Hook Norton

Banbury

Oxfordshire

OX15 5PB

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