Cordwell Colossus
FL
From First Light Adventure Ltd
Saturday 9th August 2025
Past event
09:00
Dronfield
£28.00 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Cordwell Colossus, hosted by First Light Adventure Ltd on Saturday, August 9th, 2025! This award-winning event, recognized with a Racecheck Gold Award in 2024, invites outdoor enthusiasts to tackle a stunning 20-mile summer trail run in the picturesque Dronfield, Derbyshire, located just on the edge of the Peak District.
Participants will embark on a scenic journey through the beautiful trails, paths, and woodlands of the Cordwell Valley, with an exciting detour into the nearby Linacre Valley. With a challenging elevation gain of 950 meters, this undulating route promises an exhilarating adventure for runners and fast walkers alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event—make sure to secure your spot and experience the thrill of the Cordwell Colossus!
Participants will embark on a scenic journey through the beautiful trails, paths, and woodlands of the Cordwell Valley, with an exciting detour into the nearby Linacre Valley. With a challenging elevation gain of 950 meters, this undulating route promises an exhilarating adventure for runners and fast walkers alike. Don't miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event—make sure to secure your spot and experience the thrill of the Cordwell Colossus!
Cordwell Colossus
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Cordwell Colossus
20 mile trail race
Entries closed£28.00
Event information
Starting at Holmesfield Village Hall at 9.00am, you head north via woodland track before curving round in an anticlockwise direction over hilly farmland, woodland and rural trails. The views from the high ground are terrific and the route conditions range from highly runnable trails and lanes to more involving single track and trods. The route will be marked on the less obvious sections and a GPX file and route notes are available on the race webpage. Basic navigation skills will be desirable.
There will be 2 well stocked checkpoints (sweet and savoury) out on the route with further refreshments at the village hall for finishers.
There will be 2 well stocked checkpoints (sweet and savoury) out on the route with further refreshments at the village hall for finishers.
Joining instructions emailed a week before the race
GPX of the route (route is only marked in the trickier sections)
Free parking at event HQ
Toilets at HQ
2 fully stocked aid stations (sweet and savoury real foods) and drinks
An energetic and enthusiastic team of marshals
Light refreshments at the finish
Cordwell Colossus medal for all finishers
Event medical cover
GPX of the route (route is only marked in the trickier sections)
Free parking at event HQ
Toilets at HQ
2 fully stocked aid stations (sweet and savoury real foods) and drinks
An energetic and enthusiastic team of marshals
Light refreshments at the finish
Cordwell Colossus medal for all finishers
Event medical cover
Car parking is free of charge to participants in the spacious village hall car park and in the neighbouring church car park.
Holmesfield Village Hall, Holmesfield, Dronfield S18 7WZ.
Participants have 6 hours to complete The Cordwell Colossus. You must pass through all checkpoints within the stated time limit. (Miss a CP = DNF)
Any runner who is, in the opinion of the race directors or marshals, unfit to continue will be withdrawn from the race. THEIR DECISION IS FINAL.
Kit check, you will carry the mandatory kit at all times during the race (see below)
You must log in with the marshals at each checkpoint.
You must notify a marshal at the first instance if you decide to retire from the event. Once you retire from the event, your race number must be surrendered and you will not be allowed to continue.
Do not drop any litter.
Respect other users of the countryside, fellow competitors and marshals.
No climbing over fences / walls, please use the stiles/gates.
No dogs allowed (the route makes use of farmland with grazing animals).
Runners must be aged 18 or over on race day
Any runner who is, in the opinion of the race directors or marshals, unfit to continue will be withdrawn from the race. THEIR DECISION IS FINAL.
Kit check, you will carry the mandatory kit at all times during the race (see below)
You must log in with the marshals at each checkpoint.
You must notify a marshal at the first instance if you decide to retire from the event. Once you retire from the event, your race number must be surrendered and you will not be allowed to continue.
Do not drop any litter.
Respect other users of the countryside, fellow competitors and marshals.
No climbing over fences / walls, please use the stiles/gates.
No dogs allowed (the route makes use of farmland with grazing animals).
Runners must be aged 18 or over on race day
This is a summer trail event - All entrants are advised to wear appropriate clothing for the conditions including cap and sunscreen.
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams.
Trail shoes (if there is a prolonged dry spell beforehand then road shoes will be acceptable - this will be communicated beforehand)
500ml of water / energy drink as a minimum. This will be increased to 1 litre if conditions on the day dictate.
Sufficient nutrition for a day on the trail.
Whistle.
Mobile phone with race director’s number (07741 488737) in contacts.
Route notes and / or GPX file on a device which will last the distance (GPX file available from https://firstlightadventure.co.uk/).
Drinking cup or bottle (No plastic cups provided at checkpoints)
Waterproof Jacket with taped seams.
Trail shoes (if there is a prolonged dry spell beforehand then road shoes will be acceptable - this will be communicated beforehand)
500ml of water / energy drink as a minimum. This will be increased to 1 litre if conditions on the day dictate.
Sufficient nutrition for a day on the trail.
Whistle.
Mobile phone with race director’s number (07741 488737) in contacts.
Route notes and / or GPX file on a device which will last the distance (GPX file available from https://firstlightadventure.co.uk/).
Drinking cup or bottle (No plastic cups provided at checkpoints)
Organiser's description
A Racecheck Gold Award winner in 2024 the Cordwell Colossus is a 20 mile summer trail run in North Derbyshire just on the edge of the Peak District. It is a lovely loop of challenging goodness on the beautiful trails, paths and woodlands of the Cordwell Valley with a little jink over into the neighbouring Linacre Valley for good measure.
The beautiful undulating route is 20 miles with 950m ascent. The event is open to runners and fast walkers who can make the 6-hour cut-off time.
The beautiful undulating route is 20 miles with 950m ascent. The event is open to runners and fast walkers who can make the 6-hour cut-off time.
Location
35 Vicarage Close, Dronfield, S18 7WZ, United Kingdom
Cordwell Colossus
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First Light Adventure Ltd
Take part in our trail races located in the hidden gem of Derbyshire – the hills and valleys that skirt the eastern fringes of the Peak District. These races give you a memorable day out as you enjoy the scenery, take on the running challenge and make new friends along the way
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