Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k

From RunThrough Events

4.6 · 18 reviews

Saturday 10th April 2027

09:30

Ashbourne

£32.00–£36.00 · 2 races

10km, Half Marathon

Event summary

The Carsington Water Trail Half Marathon & 10k takes place on Saturday 10th April 2027 in Ashbourne, England, with runners choosing between a Half Marathon starting at 09:30 am and a 10k starting at 10:00 am. Organised by RunThrough Events, this spring event follows scenic, undulating trail paths around Carsington Water, with peaceful waterside stretches and views across the Derbyshire countryside. The route offers a rewarding mix of natural scenery and gentle challenges as the reservoir and surrounding landscape come into spring greenery.

Course routes are marked with trail flags and tags, A5 arrows and signage, and marshals will guide and encourage runners at major junctions. Because trail routes can be affected by weather, walkers or wildlife, a GPX file is provided so participants can check their route and self-navigate if needed. Entry includes a unique themed medal, free race photos, chip-timed results and post-race goodies. Runners can also enjoy a lively, well-serviced event village with food and drink options, plus free partner goodies at the finish. Entrants receive a confirmation email, with further event information sent closer to race day.

Races

10k

10:00

£32.00

0
Half Marathon

09:30

£36.00

0

A £2.00 service charge is added per booking

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!

Reviews

4.6

18 reviews

Carl Perry-Adams

Took part in the 2026 edition · 2 months ago

A good course with good marshals.
Though, the event start for the 10k felt a bit like an afterthought compared to the half marathon.

Jinna J

Reviewing the 2026 edition · 4 months 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! :)

Nigel Beard

Took part in the 2026 edition · 4 months 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.

Martyn Walters

Took part in the 2026 edition · 7 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.

Helen Mitchem

Took part in the 2026 edition · 8 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

andrew ling

Took part in the 2026 edition · 8 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

Molly Pheasey