Tissington Trail Marathon
Ashbourne, United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026
Event details
Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon takes place on 26 April 2026 in Ashbourne, Derbyshire. The event is organised by Nice Work and uses the Tissington Trail, a traffic-free former railway line. Distances offered:
- Marathon
- Half Marathon
Course and logistics
The trail follows a 13-mile route from Ashbourne to Buxton and is used for an out-and-back marathon. The route is described as multi-terrain and undulating, with an uphill section to Parsley Hay on the outward leg and a slightly downhill return to Ashbourne Leisure Centre. There is a six hour cut-off for the marathon.
Advance entry prices shown are Marathon £42 and Half Marathon £38. On-the-day entry, subject to availability, is listed as £45 for each distance. Entry is open to those aged 18 and over for the marathon and 17 and over for the half marathon. Included for entrants are a bespoke medal, free photographs, and trophies and prizes for leading runners. Detailed route maps, including GPX files, are available. Race headquarters is Ashbourne Leisure Centre, DE6 1DR. Organisers note parking is available in Ashbourne town centre and a small car park at the leisure centre; local bus services run from Derby to Ashbourne Leisure Centre. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.