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Carsington Water Half Marathon

Ashbourne, United Kingdom • 5 Dec 2026

Carsington Water Half Marathon & 10k : Saturday 5 December 2026

This event takes place at Carsington Water, Big Ln, Ashbourne DE6, UK. It offers trail running on paths around the reservoir on Saturday 5th December 2026. Each kilometre on the course is marked and event staff will be present along the route. Entry includes a themed medal, water and post-race goodies.

Distances and entry fees

  • Half Marathon - £34
  • 10K - £30
  • RunThrough Foundation Place (no fundraising required) - £80

Course details and extras

The routes run on undulating trail paths around Carsington Water. The half marathon is an out-and-back followed by one full loop of the reservoir. The 10k is approximately one full loop of the reservoir. GPX files are provided for both the 10k and the half marathon courses. A race t-shirt bearing the event logo is offered at checkout for £15 (retail value £25). The organiser lists several partners and suppliers for the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Ashbourne

Race information

Registration
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10k
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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