Spire Ultra

Event

The Spire Ultra is a trail race held on 9 May 2026. The 2026 running is the tenth edition. The race covers 33 miles and follows much of the Chesterfield Round Walk around Chesterfield. The event is organised by First Light Adventure and runs under permit from the Association of Running Clubs.

Course and logistics

The route passes high moorland, ancient woodland, reservoirs on the western edges, and rolling farmland and restored former mining areas on the eastern fringes. There are six checkpoints on the course: four provide drinks only and two provide food and drink, including sweet and savoury items. The trickiest sections are marked with race signage, but most of the route requires navigation using map, GPS, route notes, and the Chesterfield Round waymarks. Medic cover is provided on the course and at the race HQ, which is at North Wingfield Community Resource Centre. Finishers receive a 10 year anniversary memento and light refreshments are available at the community resource centre. Free car parking is available at the centre and on adjoining estate roads. The race has a nine hour time limit and entrants must pass Checkpoint 4 within five hours to remain on schedule. Entry opens 22 July 2025 and closes 2 May 2026; minimum age is 18. Entry fees are listed as £38 for UKA members and £40 for non members. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.