Aberdeen Hash House Harriers
About the Hash

Described as a "drinking club with a running problem", thousands of Hash House Harriers around the world take to the open road each week for some serious exercise and some even more serious refreshment. 

"Hashing" as it has come to be known happens regularly up and down the country as eager runners and/or drinkers combine an invigorating run with more than the odd pint, before, after and even during the jog.

The idea was born in 1938 when a group of expatriates in Kuala Lumpur instigated a modified hare and hound paper chase. The chase was designed to work up a thirst, or work off a hangover, before retiring to the Selangor Club where drinking would recommence. The club was known locally as the "Hash House" so the name was adopted by the harriers and it stuck.

Today, hashing is an international pastime occurring in over 184 countries worldwide. It is a non-competitive form of running with varying trails designed to suit differing fitness levels.

UK Hash House Harriers