Yorkshire brothers Harry and George Hemingway take on the world’s best as spectacular X-Trial motorcycle action returns to the first direct bank arena, Leeds, on Saturday, January 23, 2027.

Yorkshire’s Harry Hemingway takes centre stage as X-Trial Leeds prepares to return to first direct bank arena on Saturday, January 23, 2027. | X-Trial Leeds

placeholder image — Yorkshire’s Harry Hemingway takes centre stage as X-Trial Leeds prepares to return to first direct bank arena on Saturday, January 23, 2027. | X-Trial Leeds

Families looking for a Christmas present with a difference can put a night of world championship sport on their wish list.

X-Trial Leeds returns to the first direct bank arena, Leeds, on Saturday 23 January 2027.

And the world’s finest motorcycle trials riders will face a thrilling challenge from Leeds brothers Harry and George Hemingway - determined to claim glory in front of their home crowd.

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Defying gravity! Riders tackle a towering obstacles at X-Trial Leeds, returning to first direct bank arena on January 23, 2027. | X-Trial Leeds,

Local riders Harry and George will give Yorkshire supporters plenty to cheer as they take on competitors including Spain’s multi–World Champion Toni Bou.

Harry has already shown how exciting that prospect can be. At January's inaugural Leeds event, he celebrated his twentieth birthday by finishing second, just one mark behind Bou.

His first X-Trial World Championship podium helped turn the championship's return to Britain after a decade away into a memorable occasion.

Podium glory! Yorkshire’s Harry Hemingway celebrates second place alongside world champion Toni Bou at X-Trial Leeds 2026. | X-Trial Leeds

Now, supporters have another opportunity to get behind Harry and his brother George, who made his World Championship indoor debut at the first Leeds event.

For anyone unfamiliar with trials, the attraction is immediate.

Riders guide their motorcycles over towering obstacles, balance on narrow edges and launch themselves across gaps that look impossible from the seats.

Success demands precision, control and bravery, with the smallest mistake potentially deciding a podium place.

You do not need to follow the championship or know anything about motorcycles to appreciate the challenge.

Birthday boy Harry Hemingway celebrated his sensational second-place finish at X-Trial Leeds 2026, just one mark behind world champion Toni Bou. | X-Trial Leeds

Every obstacle poses a question, and watching a rider work out the answer is part of the fascination. A perfectly judged landing can turn a moment of concentration into a roar from the crowd.

The January date makes tickets a Christmas gift for motorcycle enthusiasts, sports fans or anyone who enjoys trying something different.

For families and groups of friends, it also puts something exciting in the diary once the festive celebrations are over.

Visitors choosing Full Access tickets can enjoy more than the main competition.

Entry from 2pm includes Trial Expo, paddock access and a preview of the course from floor level, before the main event begins at 5pm.

Meet the stars! X-Trial riders sign autographs and meet young fans at Leeds Arena, with more family-friendly excitement promised for January 2027. | X-Trial Leeds

Seeing the obstacles up close offers an appreciation of their sheer scale and the skill needed to tackle them.

There is also time to explore the trials scene, meet friends and enjoy the afternoon's build-up before taking a seat for the competition.

With homegrown talent facing international opposition, the second edition promises to be another day of action and entertainment.

Yorkshire hero Harry Hemingway shows off his extraordinary motorcycle skills at X-Trial Leeds. | X-Trial Leeds

Whether you are a regular trial spectator or planning your first visit, there will be plenty to follow as every mark counts towards the result.

Gather the family, organise a night with friends or surprise someone with tickets this Christmas. X-Trial Leeds takes place at the first direct bank arena on Saturday, January 23, 2027.

For ticket options, booking and the latest event information, visit xtrial-leeds.com and plan your outing.