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Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon

Name: Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon
Start: 2025-10-11
End: 2025-10-11
Location: Unstone

Unstone, United Kingdom • 11 Oct 2025

The Drone Valley Trail Half Marathon is a new 13.1-mile trail race set in the scenic Derbyshire countryside, starting and finishing at the Drone Valley Brewery in Unstone. The course features a mix of forest paths, fields, bridleways, and minor roads, with approximately 1700 feet of elevation gain, offering a challenging and varied terrain ideal for trail running enthusiasts and those training for their first trail marathon. Runners navigate the route using provided GPX files and written directions, with one aid station at the halfway point. Participants receive a custom finisher's medal and a complimentary pint of special race beer at the finish. The event is UK Athletics affiliated and open to runners aged 18 and over. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Unstone

Race information

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13 mi

1700 m+

13.1 Miles

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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