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Carsington Water Half Marathon

Name: Carsington Water Half Marathon
Start: 2025-10-18
End: 2025-10-18
Location: Ashbourne

Ashbourne, United Kingdom • 18 Oct 2025

The Carsington Water Half Marathon & 10k, held on October 18, 2025, takes place at the scenic Carsington Water near Ashbourne, UK. Runners can choose between a half marathon and a 10k, both featuring undulating trail paths around the reservoir with stunning countryside views. The half marathon route is an out-and-back course plus one full loop of the reservoir, while the 10k covers nearly a full loop. Each kilometer is clearly marked, and participants receive a themed medal, water, post-race goodies, free event photos, and official chip timing. The event emphasizes sustainability and offers optional high-quality technical T-shirts for purchase. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Ashbourne

Race information

Registration

21 km

Half Marathon

10 km

10k

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

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