Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers

Consett, United Kingdom • 22 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Derwent Reservoir 5 & 10 Milers take place on 22 February 2026 at Derwent Reservoir, Edmundbyers, Consett, DH8 9TT. This is the seventh running of the winter trail events. The routes run around Derwent Reservoir, which lies on the border of County Durham and Northumberland.

Routes

  • 5 mile
  • 10 mile

The courses mix firm trails, woodland paths, grassy sections, and a small amount of road running. The 5 mile route is canicross friendly with one controlled dog per runner. The 10 mile route is not suitable for canicross because it includes extended sections on roads. There is a 2.5-hour cut off for the 10 mile event due to road closures. Live chip timing will be provided by Timing Up North.

Entry and facilities

Entry prices listed in the event information are: 5 mile £25.00 + fee, 10 mile £27.00 + fee. T-shirt options are available with additional cost: an event T-Shirt can be purchased for £12 when signing up; combined entry prices with T-shirt are shown in the event details. All finishers receive an event medal, Wild Deer merchandise, and a snack and drink. From 2026 there will be a parking or bus transfer charge; details will be sent to entrants. Registration opens 25/02/2025 and closes 18/02/2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
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