Rosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition - Autumn 2025
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From Rasselbock Running
5.0 ·
2 reviews
Sunday 12th October 2025
Past event
09:00
Swadlincote
£39.50 · 1 race
5km, 10km, Half Marathon, Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Rosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition happening on Sunday, October 12th, 2025, in the stunning Swadlincote, Derbyshire! Organised by Rasselbock Running, this exciting event marks the first time the beloved Rosliston Rumble will take place over the weekend, allowing even more enthusiasts to join in on the fun. Rosliston Forest is renowned for its enchanting trails filled with twists, turns, and snaky passages, providing a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable race day. Whether you're navigating through roots, bumps, or the occasional swampy patches, this event promises adventure at every turn. If you’ve been eager to explore this incredible venue but couldn’t make it during our exclusive weekday slots, now's your chance to lace up your running shoes and hit the trails! Don't forget to pack those spare socks – you won't want to miss out on this muddy, fun-filled day!
Rosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition - Autumn 2025
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Congratulations to everyone who took part. The next edition is on 27th Nov 2026.
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5.02 reviews
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Chris Duff
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 8 months ago
Really enjoyable race and my first attempt at this type of event with a time limit rather than a set distance. I love running in the rain and mud so this was perfect for me. The organisation for this lowkey Friday afternoon event was spot on and the aid station buffet was great as well. I highly recommend.
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Hazel Wadeson
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Took part in the 2026 edition · 8 months ago
This is one of the most fun runs I have ever been to. The race set up from start to finish was perfect. There were determined fast runners and those just there for fun but they all went with the same attitude. All runners supported each other and the run directors were amazing too. As for the race snacks, I would say it was more of a buffet. Everything from sweets and gels to homemade cakes. I can’t wait to go again next year. Thank you.
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Event information
The route is 5.275km long and run through a mix of forest trails and single tracks. Underfoot you’ll have a mix of natural woodland and gravel tracks and I can guarantee that it will be extremely muddy in places so I’d recommend trail shoes if possible.
Please be aware that the route will have some very muddy areas so you will need extra shoes and socks to change into before you head home unless you like filling the car with the excess mud!
If the route ends up being unrunnable due to the mud then we will have an alternate in place with a similar length and character, but this will only be used in the worst case. You can see the route and download a GPX file through the link below.
The event will be taking place on and around a working forest 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, dog walkers, and children when passing through any of the “activity areas” of the forest.
There is a time limit of 6 hours for this event starting at 9am. This means that you need to have completed your final lap before the end of the 6 hours for it to be counted towards your final distance. Each lap will be 5.275km long which means if you complete 4 laps you have done a half marathon, 8 laps, a full marathon, and anything more will be classed as an ultra. You can finish your event at any time within the six hours, and as long as you have completed one lap then you will be classed as a finisher.
Please be aware that the route will have some very muddy areas so you will need extra shoes and socks to change into before you head home unless you like filling the car with the excess mud!
If the route ends up being unrunnable due to the mud then we will have an alternate in place with a similar length and character, but this will only be used in the worst case. You can see the route and download a GPX file through the link below.
The event will be taking place on and around a working forest 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, dog walkers, and children when passing through any of the “activity areas” of the forest.
There is a time limit of 6 hours for this event starting at 9am. This means that you need to have completed your final lap before the end of the 6 hours for it to be counted towards your final distance. Each lap will be 5.275km long which means if you complete 4 laps you have done a half marathon, 8 laps, a full marathon, and anything more will be classed as an ultra. You can finish your event at any time within the six hours, and as long as you have completed one lap then you will be classed as a finisher.
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.
There is ample parking available onsite, and currently charged at £4 for the full day. As always we encourage people to car share or use public transport as much as possible when coming to our events. Make sure that you post in the Rasselbock Facebook Group if you are able or are looking for someone to car share with.
Rosliston Forestry Centre, Burton Rd, Rosliston, Swadlincote DE12 8JX
I would avoid arriving through Walton-On-Trent especially if you have a large vehicle. There is a single-lane bridge which is very narrow and the wait to cross it can take a good 10 minutes on a good day. All other routes to the forest you should have no issues with.
Public Transport – The nearest major train stations are Nottingham and Derby, although the nearest station is the small Langley Mill. Both Nottingham and Derby have bus services to Heanor, although their services do vary at the weekend and it is always best to check the timetables before booking.
Public Transport – The nearest major train stations are Nottingham and Derby, although the nearest station is the small Langley Mill. Both Nottingham and Derby have bus services to Heanor, although their services do vary at the weekend and it is always best to check the timetables before booking.
We will have a fully stocked aid station at base camp full of all your favorite items, although if you are expecting energy tablets, gels, and supplements, you may need to bring your own as our aid station tends to lean towards the more “enjoyable fuel”. Imagine Fudge, cakes, cookies, and jelly babies along with all the savory alternatives.
You are more than welcome to bring your own food and drink to the aid station. We will have a separate table for these so please make sure that your bottles or items are clearly labeled so that no one takes them by accident!
You are more than welcome to bring your own food and drink to the aid station. We will have a separate table for these so please make sure that your bottles or items are clearly labeled so that no one takes them by accident!
Venue Opens: 8am
Race registration: 8:15am
Pre race briefing: 8:55am
Start Time: 9am
Race registration: 8:15am
Pre race briefing: 8:55am
Start Time: 9am
Organiser's description
We’re finally bringing the Rosliston Rumble to the weekend! After much convincing and proving that we can behave ourselves, Rosliston Forest have granted us permission for a weekend event and we’ve snapped their hands off! If you’ve been interested in what this venue holds, but couldn’t make our rather exclusive weekday afternoon timeslot then it’s time to get on board.
Rosliston forest is a fantastic venue filled with twists, turns, snaky passages, roots, bumps, holes and swampy bits in the wetter months and to be honest, there’s swampy bits in the drier months too. Pack spare socks.
Rosliston forest is a fantastic venue filled with twists, turns, snaky passages, roots, bumps, holes and swampy bits in the wetter months and to be honest, there’s swampy bits in the drier months too. Pack spare socks.
Location
Kraftiz, Swadlincote, DE12 8JX, United Kingdom
Rosliston Rumble: Weekend Edition - Autumn 2025
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Rasselbock Running
Here at Rasselbock we love organizing events that we'd want to take part in ourselves. Be it with unique and different styles of events that haven't been seen before, to simply run and submit events with some massive medals! We organise in-person events around the Midlands with a focus on fun, participation, and have no set distance. The majority of the events looped courses with a 6-hour cut-off window. Complete as many laps as you'd like, although you need only complete one to be classed as a finisher! We are a new small company and every person who signs up feels like part of our little family. We'd love to have you on board. Eric + Jonathan
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