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The Eckington Epic

Marsh Lane, United Kingdom • 22 Feb 2026

Event overview

The Eckington Epic is a 7-mile self-guided trail race on Sunday 22 February 2026. The event starts and finishes at Green Lawns Community Centre in Marsh Lane, Derbyshire. The route runs on trails around Eckington and Marsh Lane, south of Sheffield, and passes through woodland, rolling farmland and bridleways with views towards the Moss Valley and the edges of the Peak District.

Course, rules and entry

The course mixes runnable sections with a few testing climbs. The race is self-guided: runners receive written instructions on the day, there are no GPX files and there are no marshals on the route. Participants are responsible for their own safety. The event is organised under UK Athletics rules; UKA affiliated runners receive a discount on the entry fee. Minimum age to enter is 18. No dogs are permitted. Refunds are issued only if the race is cancelled. Entries open 13 November 2025 and close 21 February 2026. Entry fees listed are £5 for affiliated runners and £7 for unaffiliated runners.

Recommended equipment includes a waterproof jacket, warm layers, sufficient water and a working mobile phone. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom East Midlands (England) Marsh Lane

Race information

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7 mi
7 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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