The Hardwick Hobble - Autumn 2025

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  • Date Sat 6th September 2025
  • Time 09:00
  • Location Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Price £39.50
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances 10km, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon, Ultra

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An aerial view of a grand, historic mansion surrounded by vast green lawns and trees. The large building has numerous windows and ornate architectural details. A long driveway leads to the entrance, and the estate is set amidst a scenic, expansive landscape.

The Hardwick Hobble - Autumn 2025

Sat 6th September 2025

5.0 · 3 reviews
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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at The Hardwick Hobble, set to take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, in the picturesque Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Organized by Rasselbock Running, this unique six-hour challenge invites participants to explore the stunning grounds of the National Trust Heritage site at Hardwick Hall. With a looped course measuring approximately 6.3 km, runners can choose to complete as many laps as they desire within the designated time, with seven laps earning you the title of Marathon finisher and anything beyond that qualifying as an Ultra.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking to enjoy the beautiful scenery while getting some exercise, The Hardwick Hobble is designed to accommodate everyone. There's no pressure—decide how far you want to run on the day itself, and if you complete just one lap, you'll still earn a well-deserved medal. Join a fantastic community of runners and enjoy a stress-free, fun-filled event that celebrates the joy of running in a magnificent setting. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to challenge yourself while soaking in the natural beauty of Hardwick Estate!

The Hardwick Hobble - Autumn 2025

Sat 6th September 2025

An aerial view of a grand, historic mansion surrounded by vast green lawns and trees. The large building has numerous windows and ornate architectural details. A long driveway leads to the entrance, and the estate is set amidst a scenic, expansive landscape. A close-up view of a person holding a decorative lanyard with a detailed, ornate frame. The frame encases an image of a regal figure adorned in royal attire, holding a scepter. The background is slightly blurred, and the person's face is intentionally out of focus. A person is running in a grassy field with several sheep grazing in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the person is wearing athletic gear, including a black top, colorful shorts, and a race number on their shorts. . Aerial view of a historic estate featuring a grand manor with numerous windows, extensive well-maintained lawns, and gardens. Surrounding the main building are additional structures and stone walls, all surrounded by green trees and a sprawling landscape under a clear sky. A person wearing a "Rasselbock Running" shirt and bib number 127 smiles while standing beside a table displaying medals in a forested area. In the background, trees and a green "Rasselbock Running" banner are visible. A grand, symmetrical Elizabethan mansion with large windows and ornate decorations stands against a clear blue sky. The extensive, well-manicured lawn in front has a few people walking and admiring the architecture. Colorful flowers line a pathway to the left. A black and white photo of a sheep and a lamb standing on a dirt path lined with tall trees on both sides. The trees create a tunnel effect, leading towards the horizon. A runner wearing a red race bib numbered 102 runs down a grassy hill. The person is dressed in colorful gear, including a turquoise headband, orange shirt, and blue socks. Leafless trees and other runners can be seen in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Organiser's Description

The Hardwick Hobble is a six-hour challenge on a looped course around the amazing National Trust Heritage site at Hardwick Hall.

You may attempt to complete as many laps as possible over the full six hours, or you may choose to finish just one, the choice is yours and you don't have to decide how far you're running until you're running! The course will take you around the stunning grounds of the Hardwick Estate, from the ponds and farmlands to past the house itself.

The route is still around 6.3km long, so 7 laps is a Marathon, anything more will class as an Ultra.

At Rasselbock we like to put on events how we'd like to have them. No stress, pressure and a great bunch of runners. You can decide on the day how far you'd like to run so there are no worries if you're having a "bad running day". Just complete one lap of the event and you're classed as a finisher and have earnt a medal.

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Course Details

The route is mostly trail through the stunning ground of the Hardwick Estate, around the farmlands and ponds before making your way up the hill towards the stately home itself.

The route will be roughly 6.3km long and you need only complete one lap in the six hours to be classed as a finisher.

The event will be taking place on a National Trust site that will still be open to the public. Runners will not have the right of way and we will need to be considerate to all the other users of the area, be it walkers, cyclists, families, etc. The route will be avoiding the busiest visitor areas but please be aware of other users on the site. The route also has two (one way) road crossing which will be marshalled.

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1944830

The Hardwick Hobble - Autumn 2025 course map
The Hardwick Hobble - Autumn 2025 course map

What's Included

You'll receive your pre-race briefing via email roughly ten days before the event date that will be packed full of all of the information that you may need to know.

Full onsite first aid
Bespoke medal
A selection of goodies at the end of your run
Fully signposted route
A Huge fully stocked aid station at race HQ
All the snacks and drinks that you could imagine
Amazing support from Team Rasselbock and other runners

  • Bespoke medal
  • Fully signposted route
  • Huge fully stocked aid staion at race HQ
  • All the snacks and drinks that you could imagine
  • Amazing support from Team Rasselbock and other runners

How to Get There

After leaving the M1 at junction 29 you’ll want to briefly turn onto the A6175 before taking a left onto Mill Lane. After around a mile you’ll want to take a left crossing underneath the motorway towards Hardwick Estate and Ault Hucknall. After passing Stainsby Mill the road will split and you’ll see the welcome sign for Hardwick, take the right-hand route through the estate gates. Follow the estate road for 1.3 miles and then follow the directions to the car park.

Parking

There is plenty of parking available at the Hall and we will have our own dedicated area close to the HQ. Parking for the day is free for runners and National Trust members.

Location

From the car park, you should be able to see the starting gazebo and event flags in the opposite direction of the house. There will also be the standard bright yellow arrow signs directing you to Race HQ. At busier events, we will have a car park marshal or two to help with parking.

FAQs

  • Where are the Terms and Conditions of the event?

    They can be found at https://rasselbock.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/

  • Age Restrictions

    Unfortunately, we do not allow under 12’s to participate in any live event. If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 then we will need a parent or guardian to contact us before signing up so that we can advise them on how to register your place. Even though we are not a part of the UKA we still abide by their rules which means that the following ages are limited to the following distances. Over 12 years – under 14 years – 5,000 metres Over 14 years – under 16 years – 6,000 metres Over 16 years – under 17 years – 10,000 metres Over 17 years – under 18 years – 25,000 metres Over 18 years – under 20 years – 45,000 metres

  • What facilities will be available?

    We will have a portable toilets at the race HQ split evenly between womens and unisex. There will be some public toilets that will be open for our use (from 8.30 am) although these are NOT at the race HQ! They will be located by the lower ponds about 3km into the loop. Please bare this in mind when arriving at the site and preparing at the start line.

  • Will there be first aid at this event?

    https://findarace.com/account/organiser/rasselbockrunning/events/view?id=3616744&tab=edit

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Nikki

·2 months ago

Fabulous experience. Great route - challenging in places but picturesque surroundings, friendly and supportive marshalls, well organised, great facilities at HQ and good food and drinks (pickled gherkins and Barr cola!). Looking forward to another attempt in the future.
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Kerry

·a year ago

Beautiful surroundings, very friendly team organising the event, tough but great route (just one long hill!), and great snacks at the aid station. Would highly recommend.
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Stevie

·2 years ago

Really enjoyed the run at Hardwick Hall. Ample parking, great staff on site with refreshments & loads of snacks. The medal is also beautiful! Would recommend.

Location

National Trust, Chesterfield, S44 5, United Kingdom

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