Derbyshire Dales Trail Run

Ilkeston, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2026

Derbyshire Dales Trail Run : Bakewell, Peak District

The Derbyshire Dales Trail Run is a set of three chip timed trail races held at Bakewell Showground in the Peak District National Park. Routes start on the Monsal Trail and follow the River Derwent, with views of Chatsworth House and sections through rolling countryside and the village of Edensor. The course includes a descent and a short climb into Manners Wood before the finish.

Distances offered:

  • 21.5k Half Marathon, 400 m elevation gain
  • 15k Trail Run, 306 m elevation gain
  • 9.1k Trail Run, 166 m elevation gain

Entries include a high quality finisher medal, a finisher goodie and drink, a personalised certificate, chip timing, on-course refreshments and first aid cover. The event provides water stations and course marshals; signage is by pink arrows and pink tape and hazards or road junctions are marked with caution signs. The organiser operates a plastic free approach so participants are asked to bring a reusable cup or bottle.

Spectators are welcome. Registration details note that bib numbers are collected on arrival and a QR code is required for collection. The event supports Combat Stress as its charity of the year for 2026. No dogs are allowed on the course. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

22 km
21.5k Half Marathon
15 km
15k Trail Run
9 km
9.1k Trail Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

A Peak District fell race on 16 June 2026 covering 6.8 km with 305 m of climb around Lea Green, Matlock. Entry on the day is available for £7 and juniors may run free with the main race.

A 4.5 miles fell race at Grindleford Pavilion on 18 June 2026, routing through Hay Wood, the Longshore Estate and Padley Gorge. The marshalled, partially taped course includes a river crossing near the finish.

An 8 km fell race around Millers Dale on 19 June 2026 with 180 m of ascent, following the Monsal Trail and returning via Cheedale stepping stones. Entry is limited to 200 and the minimum age is 18.

NoMad Ultra on 20th June 2026 offers 50 mile and 50 km solo options plus a six person relay on waymarked trails around Derbyshire, with checkpoint support, GPS timing and finishers receiving a medal and Technical T Shirt.

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