Sign up for the Half Howler - The 5km Adventure Run & Obstacle Course!
Open for Participants from 12 years old
Location: Holme Village, on the edge of the stunning Lake District
Date: Saturday 11th July 2026 - part of the village's annual Festival of Sport weekend
If you love the idea of an adventure run and obstacle race but think 10Km is not for you. Then the Half Howler might be what your looking for. All the fun of the Holme Howler but half the distance. Prepare yourself for an exhilarating 5km adventure run across roads, fields, and scenic canal paths, packed with a variety of thrilling obstacles! Will you conquer the cargo nets, walls, monkey bars, and the legendary water slide?
Following the fantastic success of recent years, we're excited to announce that there will be a NEW THEME for 2026! This year's theme will be Fantasy! - wizards, warlocks, ogres and fairies ... let your imagination run wild!
What past participants say ...
'An unforgettable challenge with an amazing atmosphere!'
'Not many running events have you smiling, but from the warm up to crossing the line soaking wet, this does. A whole family event, with the Mini Howler and Fete, it keeps us coming back year after year.'
Sign up 3 people at the same time, and get the third entry HALF PRICE!
Use voucher code: 02IYSTEB1B at checkout.
Note: When you go to enter press 'single entry', once one is completed you will have the option to add others and your code. Any problems just email!
If you fancy a slightly bigger challenge you can always sign up for the full 10km Holme Howler ... sign up here!
More Than Just a Race!
The Holme Howler is packed with activities for the whole family:
And if you're free on Sunday, the Festival of Sport continues, join us at Holme Cricket Club for a BBQ and classic sports day-style competitions!
When
Saturday, 11 July 2026 @ 11:00What
5K | Undulating | Multi-TerrainMax' Entrants
200Entries Close
10/07/2026Min' Age
12 yrsHolme Sports Field LA6 1PS
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ENTERING
By entering you acknowledge you have read, understood and agree to the all the terms as a condition of participation in the Holme Howler obstacle race:
These are as follows:
1. Voluntary Participation and Assumption of Risk
2. Personal Responsibility for Safety and Obstacle Participation
3. Water Hazards and Obstacles with Water
4. Reporting Concerns
5. Health and Medical Readiness
7. Refunds and Transfers
8. Photographs and Videos
THESE TERMS ARE SET OUT ON THE HOLME HOWLER WEBSITE.
www.holmehowler.co.uk/?TERMS_%26amp%3B_CONDITIONS
Release of Liability
In consideration of being allowed to participate in this event, I, on behalf of myself, my
heirs, utors, and administrators, hereby release and discharge the event organisers,
volunteers, sponsors, landowners, and affiliated parties from any and all liability for
injuries, losses, or damages that may result from my participation in the event or race.
If you have any questions or concerns about Race Day please contact Ed Marshall (Race Director) at [email protected]