- Sun 25 Jan 2026
10:00
Age 15 & over
£27
- 10 km trail running + 383 ft ascent
Event overview
This popular and award-winning race takes place on the Tissington Trail, along the former railway line from Ashbourne to Buxton.
It's hugely popular and sells out in advance so early entry is advised. The trail is traffic-free with a gentle uphill on the way out and a slight downhill gradient on the way home, promising a spectacular finish and stunning views.
The race takes place on both Saturday and Sunday; choose between one or both!
Highlights
- Stunning views over the Derbyshire Dales
- Ideal for beginners to the half marathon or 10K distance
- Choice of two race days and two distances
- Friendly atmosphere
This event is part of Tissington Trail January Half Marathon & 10K | Sunday.
Event photos
- Average fitness
- Event village
- Newcomers
Timetable
Shoe type
Trail shoes.
Trail shoes are recommended for this race, if you have them, and especially if it has been muddy. But your normal running shoes will also be fine.
- Bag storage
- Paid parking
- Rural
- Toilets
Event HQ
Ashbourne Leisure Centre
Clifton Road
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 1DR
UK
Parking
There is plenty of car parking in Ashbourne Town Centre and there is also a small car park at the Leisure Centre.
By bus
There are bus services available from Derby to Ashbourne Leisure Centre.
- Bone conducting headphones only
- First aid
- Marshals
- No cut off time
- Out and back
- Traffic free
- Water stations
- Way markers
- GPX available
GPX route
The route is displayed on the map above.
Overview
The Tissington Trail, the site of a former railway line from Ashbourne to Buxton is the perfect trail route. The route gently climbs through the glorious Peak District before turning around for a downhill finish - so fast times are likely!
You can expect uneven, stony ground and you're advised to look out for potholes, protruding tree roots and slippery surfaces. Please be aware that there are some two-way sections on the route where you will pass other runners.
Map
- Bring your own cup
- Plastic bottle free
- Public transport links
- Recycling
- Sustainability policy
This event is doing its best to work sustainably to ensure that the carbon footprint of the race is kept as low as possible.
- Certificate
- Medal
- Race photo
- Trophy
- Vouchers
Prizes
- Bespoke medal for all finishers
- Trophy with e-certificates & £5 voucher prize for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male & female winners
- E-certificates and £5 voucher prize for 1st male & female age group categories
- E-certificates and £5 voucher prize for 1st male junior & female junior
- Age 15 & over
- Entries open
- Enter online
- Event merch available
Entry fees
Entry fee
£27.00
First time at the event and very impressed. Only slight negative was that it was difficult to hear the pre race briefing. Mark S
Another fantastic race this year. Organisation spot on and runner friendly. Scenery wonderful. Challenging and worth the effort. Not for PB attempts. Peter D
Just a perfect non-fussy event. Number posted out before, lots of loos etc. Out and back course with encouraging marshals. Results up within a couple of hours. Can't fault it. Well, maybe it could be a bit flatter and the weather wasn't the best. But I do love a trail run. Oh, and the medal is epic. Well done. Dave E
A great race on a beautiful course. Few bottlenecks at the gates near the start on the trail but not the end of the world. Really enjoyed it. Well organised with a great medal too. Keith A
Well organised, route very clear. Snacks at the end were great. Little bit congested at the start but no more than any other normal race. Would definitely run again. Also very close to Ashbourne town centre for brekkie afterwards! Patrick B
Very well organized. Nice to have real toilets to go to and nice to be able to get a coffee after. These things matter. And a fab medal. Michelle C
Great event. Definitely recommend! Jenny R
Reviews thanks to RaceCheck
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- #2 of 0
10:00
Age 17 & over
£35
- 13.1 miles trail running + 1099 ft ascent