Tissington Trail Half Marathon Sunday

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  • Date Sun 24th September 2023
  • Time 10:00
  • Location The Tissington Trail, Parsley Hay, Ashbourne, SK17 ODG
  • Price £33.60
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable running experience at the Tissington Trail Half Marathon, taking place on Sunday, September 24th, 2023, in the picturesque town of Ashbourne, Derbyshire. Organised by Nice Work, this beloved race is renowned for its stunning route along the Tissington Trail, which was once a railway line connecting Ashbourne to Buxton. The half marathon spans 13 miles from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne, offering a unique opportunity to run a predominantly downhill course, making it ideal for both seasoned runners and those looking to tackle a half marathon for the first time.

This event is a favorite among participants, often selling out in advance, and has earned a spot in Runner's World top 10 UK trail races. With breathtaking countryside views and a traffic-free trail, the Tissington Trail Half Marathon promises to be a fantastic day out for all. Runners will enjoy a bespoke medal upon finishing, plus trophies for top performers in various categories. Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible event and experience the joy of running amidst the beauty of Derbyshire!

Tissington Trail Half Marathon Sunday

Sun 24th September 2023

Side-by-side comparison of two trails. Left: A shaded path with a stone bridge overhead and dense greenery. Right: A sunlit path with open fields and clear skies. Both paths are surrounded by natural vegetation.

Organiser's Description

Delight in this sell-out race along the Tissington Trail.

This is a Nice Work race
This means that this is an original Nice Work race, fully hosted and organised by us.

Event Overview:
The Tissington Trail Half Marathon has established itself as a real favourite with runners, often selling out months in advance and we hold this race on two dates across one weekend to accommodate as many runners as possible.  We're proud that the race regularly features in the Runner's World top 10 UK trail races.

The Tissington Trail, the site of a former railway line from Ashbourne to Buxton, runs along a 13 mile route from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne in Derbyshire. Surrounded by beautiful countryside the traffic-free trail is ideal for a cracking half marathon and, because the route is slightly downhill all the way, you've got gravity on your side!   This is a rare opportunity to run a half marathon in Derbyshire without hills!

Course Overview:
The race is a point to point race from Parsley Hay to Ashbourne along the traffic-free Tissington Trail. Coach transport will take you from the Race HQ in Ashbourne to the Race Start in Parsley, you then run back along the trail to reach the finish! The route is slightly downhill virtually all the way, so it's a great course for runners of all abilities and a fantastic introduction to the half marathon for runners wanting to try this distance.
Although the route is traffic-free, the trail will still be open to other trail users, including cyclists, walkers and horse-riders.

Available Races/Distances:
Half Marathon 

Prizes:
Bespoke medal for all finishers.
Prizes/trophies for 1st, 2nd & 3rd male and female winners.
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female age group catogories.
Prizes/trophies for 1st male and female affiliated team. (three to count)

On-the-day Entry Fees (subject to availability only):
Half Marathon race: £35.00

Event information will be sent to all registered entrants prior to race-day.

Races

  • Half Marathon

    Sun 24th September 2023 (10:00)

    £33.60

    UK Athletics (UKA) save £2.00

    CLOSED

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