EYXC · October to March

East Yorkshire
cross country.

Six proper winter races, brilliant team spirit and distances from 5.3 to 7.1 miles.

Goole Viking Striders cross-country team at Sledmere
Blue, yellow & muddy
Goole Viking Striders at Welton cross country
Welton
Goole Viking Striders at Drewton Woods cross country
Drewton Woods

About the league

Mud, hills and club colours.

The East Yorkshire Cross Country League is a welcoming but competitive six-race series on public and private land across East and North Yorkshire.

It is organised by Beverley AC, Bridlington Road Runners, City of Hull AC, Driffield Striders, East Hull Harriers, Goole Viking Striders, Pickering Running Club, Pocklington Runners, Scarborough AC, Selby Striders and Yorkshire Wolds Runners.

  • Six Sunday races between October and March
  • Most races start at 10:00am; Sledmere is listed at 10:30am
  • Always check the latest race briefing before travelling
  • Runners should be capable of approximately 15-minute-mile pace on cross-country terrain
  • The pre-race Goole Viking Striders team photograph is part of the tradition

2026/27 entry

One entry. Six races.

Entry is £20 for the 2026/27 season and covers the full series, chip-timed results, presentation and buffet. Enter once using your UKA registration number—there is no separate entry for each race.

Your race number is collected from the club representative at Bishop Wilton, or before the first later race you attend. Keep it safe and use the same number throughout the season.

Race-day essentials

What to know before you go.

  • First-claim membership of one of the eleven participating clubs is required
  • Official club top worn as the outer garment
  • Race number visible on the front and secured without covering the club name or badge
  • No headphones or music devices
  • Bring clothing and footwear suitable for the forecast and off-road terrain