Hurworth Hunt

Hurworth Hunt The Hurworth Hunt is a small, friendly pack based in North Yorkshire that trail hunts within the law (Hunting Act 2004). Please get in touch with the Hon.

The Hurworth Hunt is steeped in history, being one of the oldest hunts in the country. The early history of the pack is not easy to unravel, but the first official records commence in 1803 when the Wilkinson brothers of Neasham Abbey took over the pack. There is however, earlier reference to a pack being kept by a Mr Turner of Hurworth in 1775, and in 1790 “Nimrod” refers to the Hurworth’s foxhoun

ds. In 1927 Colonel Bell of Mount Grace Priory financed the construction of the Hunt kennels at West Rounton, near Northallerton, where the hounds are kennelled to this day. The Hurworth country is traditionally within North Yorkshire, Durham and Cleveland. It is mainly grass and arable with some plough and some forestry to the east. Baily's relates that "obstacles are plentiful and varied, and are mainly timber and hedges, with some hunt jumps"

Our neighbouring hunts are the Bedale, Bilsdale, Cleveland, South Durham and Zetland. Visitors, irrespective of their age, experience and knowledge of hunting are very welcome to come out with us (all the known conditions permitting). Secretary who can advise you of details - e.g. rates, times of meets, directions, where to unbox, etc. They will be very pleased to hear from you and to answer any questions you may have. We particularly welcome and encourage children and young persons coming out and riding to hounds as we recognise them as hunting's future. We also particularly welcome members from the local branches of the Pony Club. Our days are entirely dependent on the support and goodwill of local landowners and farmers, for which we are immensely grateful. We are a very social hunt with a number of events throughout the year, from hunt balls to hunter trials, mounted hound exercise mornings, quiz nights, and the annual Point to Point. The aims of this page to share life with hounds and horses, and to promote the countryside in which we live.

23/05/2026

Snoozing in the sunshine!

The Future For Hunting posters are ready for our Puppy Show tomorrow.Don’t stay silent! Your voice matters!Join tens of ...
15/05/2026

The Future For Hunting posters are ready for our Puppy Show tomorrow.

Don’t stay silent! Your voice matters!

Join tens of thousands of people standing with over 600 hunt staff who work hard day in, day out to keep our rural communities connected.

Please encourage everyone you know to respond to the government's trail hunting consultation.
https://www.countryside-alliance.org/trail-hunting-consultation-2026

We're looking forward to our annual Puppy Show tomorrow, Saturday 16th May.The showing action starts at 3pm, followed by...
15/05/2026

We're looking forward to our annual Puppy Show tomorrow, Saturday 16th May.
The showing action starts at 3pm, followed by prize giving and afternoon tea.
Everyone's welcome!

🎶Join us for a summer social to raise funds for the North Yorkshire County Show and the Hurworth Farmers! 🎶 🍻Kev Porter...
14/05/2026

🎶Join us for a summer social to raise funds for the North Yorkshire County Show and the Hurworth Farmers! 🎶

🍻Kev Porter Bar, Hog Roast & Puddings, DJ, Charity Raffle 🍻

Limited tickets available 🥳

Tickets are £25 each, available from Gladys, Elaine, Jess & Phil.

13/05/2026

**REMINDER** Entries for the following classes at the Great Yorkshire Show (14-1 July 2026) are due to close on 14 May, so make sure you don't miss out!

🐐 Goats
🐾 Beagles
🐾 Foxhounds
🐾 Harriers
🐾 Working Terriers
🪵 Woodcraft

Entry forms and schedules are available to view on our website - https://greatyorkshireshow.co.uk/entry-forms-and-schedules/

09/05/2026
Don’t stay silent! Your voice matters!Join tens of thousands of people standing with over 600 hunt staff who work hard d...
09/05/2026

Don’t stay silent! Your voice matters!
Join tens of thousands of people standing with over 600 hunt staff who work hard day in, day out to keep our rural communities connected.
Please share this post with your friends, family & community.
Please encourage everyone you know to respond to the government's trail hunting consultation.
https://www.countryside-alliance.org/trail-hunting-consultation-2026

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The Kennels, West Rounton
Northallerton
DL62LN

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