Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k

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  • Date Sat 10th April 2027
  • Time 09:30
  • Location Derbyshire
  • Price £29.00 - £33.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 10km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of running at the Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k, organized by RunThrough Events! On Saturday, April 10th, 2027, join us in the breathtaking Derbyshire countryside for a springtime adventure that promises stunning scenery and exhilarating challenges. Whether you're aiming to conquer the scenic Half Marathon starting at 9:30 am or prefer the 10k at 10:00 am, both routes will take you along picturesque trail paths that wind around the beautiful Carsington Water reservoir.

As you navigate the undulating terrain, you'll be treated to vibrant greenery, clear blue skies, and the calming presence of the water, making this event a perfect blend of nature and sport. Runners can look forward to unique themed medals, free race photos, and delicious post-race goodies, all while being supported by our enthusiastic marshals. With careful course markings and a GPX route for navigation, you're set for a fantastic day of running. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the beauty of Derbyshire and challenge yourself alongside fellow running enthusiasts. We can't wait to see you at the start line!

Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k

Sat 10th April 2027

A man in a red running vest with race number 766 is running outdoors on a sunny day, giving a thumbs-up gesture, with blurred green trees in the background.

Organiser's Description

Join us for the Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k on Saturday 10th April 2027!

Take on a stunning spring run around Carsington Water, with an undulating route that follows scenic trail paths and showcases the surrounding Derbyshire countryside.

As spring arrives, the reservoir comes to life with fresh greenery, open skies, and bright countryside views, creating a fantastic setting for runners taking on either the Half Marathon or 10k. The route offers a rewarding mix of natural beauty, gentle challenges, and peaceful waterside stretches.

Race Distance & Start Times
Half Marathon - 09:30 am
10k - 10:00 am

Included in the entry:
Unique themed medal
Free race photos
Chip-timed results
Post-race goodies

All routes will be marked using trail flags and tags, along with A5 arrows and signage. Our friendly marshals will also be on hand to guide you at major junctions and cheer you all the way to the finish. However, please note with all trail races, routes can be disrupted by many things: the weather, disgruntled walkers and wildlife, to name a few! To keep you safe, we provide the GPX for your race route so you can check you're on track throughout the race and course correct/self-navigate if necessary.

With RunThrough you can expect a friendly team of marshals to help guide you round the course and cheer you on to the finish, a lively and well-serviced event village with plenty of food and drink options including free goodies from our partners at the finish line after your hard effort.

Come and enjoy the day with us. Once you enter you will receive a confirmation email. More information will be sent closer to the event.

We can't wait to see you on the start line!

Races

  • 10k

    Sat 10th April 2027 (10:00)

    £29.00

    Booking for more than 1?
  • Half Marathon

    Sat 10th April 2027 (09:30)

    £33.00

    Booking for more than 1?

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17 reviews

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Jinna

·a month ago

Really well organised event, marshals, for the most part, were enthusiastic, the crowd near the event arena were super supportive which was lovely. The 1/2 mara course is about a 4.5km out and back first then a full loop around the lake. It was a scorching hot day but a really enjoyable race nonetheless, met some lovely people on the course (which was very hilly in some places but not unmanageable), I was paced by some people and I helped pace others so it was a really nice atmosphere to be a part of. I'd defo recommend this race to others even if you only give the 10k a try, the medal is in a wooden cut out style and it's a really scenic route and there's a cafe and proper toilets available to use too! Win win really! :)
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Nigel

·a month ago

Good atmosphere. Good, classy. P.A. ( some are too loud and unnecessary). Plenty of water stops. A Gel stop , nice touch and a much needed water spray! :) Parking not bad. £4.50 i think. Great scenery. Trail run. Hilly. Only downside, no distance reminders. An easy addition. Great day.
MW
Martyn

·4 months ago

Had a lovely morning running the Half Marathon. It was well organised and the marshals were friendly. The route itself was a bit tough in some places but enjoyable. Good sized carpark to park up which you pay on exit. I would of given 5 stars if the Coffee vendor hadn't gone by the time I finished the run, I was really looking forward to a coffee at the end.
HM
Helen

·6 months ago

Very well organised, friendly managers and marshals. Beautiful location and weather (apart from the ice!) All in all a great location and course, thank you
AL
andrew

·6 months ago

Awesome event, excellent organisation, helpful and friendly marshals Stunning scenery, a challenging course but very enjoyable The only downside was the icey conditions in a few places early into the run ( but it is early February) I definitely will be returning
MP
Molly

·10 months ago

Very scenic route, little bit up and down which adds a bit of variation. Well organised with lots of marshals supporting race.
HS
Hannah

·10 months ago

Great race - well organised and friendly. Plenty of places to park, good facilities like toilets and cafe. It is undulating but that’s part of the fun! Good water and gels available. Would do again!
GC
Gene

·10 months ago

Superb event, very welcoming marshals through the half marathon course I can't praise them enough. The course is challenging but very scenic. The start was organised, not chaotic as some had said a massive thumbs to all involved
CG
Caroline

·a year ago

Great, challenging run. Lots of "undulations"😆 It was a hot day and the organisers added a water station at 7k but the problem for me is that the first was at 5k ish. Several runners commented that another water station was needed much earlier for hydration. This was the first run I'd done in the Uk. Having done most of my running in hotter climates they usually have the first water station at 3k.
MC
Michael

·a year ago

A really well run event. The course was challenging in particular with the heat but that added to the sense of achievement when getting to the finish line.. What a lovely place it is. Will definitely do it next year
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Amy

·a year ago

It's a beautiful route with varied terrain and scenery (no huge hills, which I like). The race was well organised with plenty of staff/marshals on hand. I liked how they handled the heatwave by moving it earlier and I was grateful for the gel sachets at the water stations. The atmosphere was fantastic and everyone was very positive and supportive. I would do this one again, just not in such crazy heat! Thanks everyone for organising.
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Sarah

·a year ago

Great venue, Marshall’s were brilliant and kept us motivated, well organised, given the heat there were plenty of water at the drink stations, I would do this again next year.
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Raymond

·a year ago

This is and was a fantastic race. It was well-organized and staffed by enthusiastic, helpful, and cheery volunteers. Who marshalled the course and water points with a smile, words of encouragement, and always good banter. BUT, beware. This is not an easy course. It can be testing in parts and soul-destroying in the wrong weather conditions. You should also be aware that if you are a slower runner (me, I was close to 3 hours for this course), then the tiny starter village will be being dismantled, the finish line is still there, as well as the encouraging finishing commentary, and there is also still loads of people visiting the site to shout encouragement and finished runners with support, but if you weren't aware you could feel like they are tapping a foot waiting for you to finish. Having said that, I understand their time restraints as the visitors centre is still open to the public, and there are a lot of car park spaces being taken up by the race, so don't bite the hand that feeds. The main question is whether I would do this again...YES
JO
James

·a year ago

Lovely setting on a sunny morning. Quite an undulating track. Good atmosphere and great to have all the encouragement from Marshalls. Some distance markers would have been nice otherwise pretty perfect.
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Lindsey

·a year ago

Carsington is one of the most challenging 10k's I've done as its so hilly. However, that made it feel like an even bigger achievement when I completed it! It's a beautiful place to run and I'll be doing it next year with the aim of beating my time. I Highly recommend it!
HP
Hannah

·a year ago

Great fun and well organised!
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Jennifer

·a year ago

Very well organised and great location. All round good vibes
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