Derby Running Festival 2024
From RunThrough Events
- Date Sun 24th August 2025
- Time 09:30
- Location Derby, Derbyshire
- Price £28.00 - £142.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable day of running at the Derby Running Festival 2024, organized by RunThrough Events! Taking place on Sunday, August 24th, 2025, at the stunning Elvaston Castle Country Park in Derby, Derbyshire, this event promises excitement and camaraderie for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose from three exhilarating race distances: a 5k, 10k, or the challenging Half Marathon, all set against the beautiful backdrop of the castle's grade II listed grounds.
The course features a flat multi-terrain route that combines trails, tarmac, and footpaths, allowing runners to enjoy the picturesque landscape as they pass the iconic hall and the magnificent Golden Gates. With chip-timed results, free parking, post-race refreshments, and the chance to capture the day with official event photos, the Derby Running Festival is designed to ensure a fantastic experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on the brand new themed medal to be revealed! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
The course features a flat multi-terrain route that combines trails, tarmac, and footpaths, allowing runners to enjoy the picturesque landscape as they pass the iconic hall and the magnificent Golden Gates. With chip-timed results, free parking, post-race refreshments, and the chance to capture the day with official event photos, the Derby Running Festival is designed to ensure a fantastic experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on the brand new themed medal to be revealed! Join us for a day filled with fun, fitness, and community spirit!
Derby Running Festival 2024
Sun 24th August 2025
Organiser's Description
Come and join us at the Derby Running Festival at Elvaston Castle Country Park!
We’d love you to join us for our third year of the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Running Festival around the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park.
The course follows a flat multi-terrain route on a mixture of trail, tarmac and footpaths, going through the castle’s grade II listed grounds, past the iconic hall and the famous Golden Gates.
This Run Britain/UKA licensed, officially measured race is open to runners of all abilities.
Entry includes:
Chip timed results
Free parking
Post race refreshments
Free official event photos
NEW THEMED MEDAL TO BE REVEALED
START TIMES:
9:00 – HM
9:30 – 10k
9:45 – 5k
ROUTES:
The course follows a 5k loop:
5k-1 lap
10k-2 laps
HM- 4 laps (+out and back)
We’d love you to join us for our third year of the 5k, 10k and Half Marathon Running Festival around the grounds of Elvaston Castle Country Park.
The course follows a flat multi-terrain route on a mixture of trail, tarmac and footpaths, going through the castle’s grade II listed grounds, past the iconic hall and the famous Golden Gates.
This Run Britain/UKA licensed, officially measured race is open to runners of all abilities.
Entry includes:
Chip timed results
Free parking
Post race refreshments
Free official event photos
NEW THEMED MEDAL TO BE REVEALED
START TIMES:
9:00 – HM
9:30 – 10k
9:45 – 5k
ROUTES:
The course follows a 5k loop:
5k-1 lap
10k-2 laps
HM- 4 laps (+out and back)
Route and elevation
This race consists of an undulating route on trail paths around Carsington Water. The half marathon route is and out and back followed by 1 full loop of the reservoir. The 10k is almost one full loop of the reservoir.
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3 reviews
Sergio
·10 months ago
This was my first race in the UK and it was absolutely amazing; excellent organisation, all the members of the staff are very friendly and resourceful. The place is beautiful and the weather is perfect for a nice run.
Riki
·2 years ago
My first race and I thoroughly enjoyed it! Everything went smoothly and the volunteers were amazing! I've now got the bug!
Esme
·2 years ago
first race ever! fantastic atmosphere and very good set up
Derby Running Festival 2024
