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Derbyshire Dales Trail Run

Ilkeston, United Kingdom • 13 Sep 2026

Derbyshire Dales Trail Run

The Derbyshire Dales Trail Run takes place at Bakewell Showground (DE45 1AH) on Sunday 13th September 2026. The event offers three trail distances:

  • 22 km
  • 15 km
  • 9 km

Routes start on the Monsal Trail and run alongside the River Derwent. The course passes views of Chatsworth House and the village of Edensor, includes a steep descent followed by a short climb into Manners Wood, and finishes back at the showground. Elevation gains are listed as +400 m for the 22 km, +306 m for the 15 km, and +166 m for the 9 km.

Practical details

Each entry includes chip timing, a bib number, water stations, first aid support, encouraging marshals, a finisher medal, finisher goodies, and a personalised certificate. Entry fees shown are £42.50 for the 22 km, £37.50 for the 15 km, and £32.50 for the 9 km. The course is signed with pink arrows and pink tape; hazards and road junctions are marked with "Caution" signs. Dogs are not allowed. Spectators are welcome. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Ilkeston

Race information

Registration
22 km
400 m+
15 km
306 m+
9 km
166 m+
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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