Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon

Ashbourne, United Kingdom

Expected April 2028

Our best guess from a single past year. We'll firm it up when the organiser confirms.

Choose your distance

Marathon

Distance

42.2km

Start Time

09:00

Cutoff

06:00

Terrain

Trail

From last year's edition. Details may change once confirmed.

Overview

Join the Tissington Trail Marathon & Half Marathon on April 25, 2027, in Ashbourne, Derbyshire! Experience breathtaking scenery on a unique multi-terrain route along the former railway line. Choose between the full marathon (26.2 miles) or half marathon (13.1 miles), both starting at Ashbourne Leisure Centre at 09:00. The course features a gentle uphill to Parsley Hay and a downhill return, with a 6-hour cut-off. Participants receive a bespoke medal, free photographs, and trophies for leading runners.

Scenic Derbyshire countryside
Historic railway trail
Traffic-free route
Out and back format

The practical side

Start / Finish

Start

Ashbourne Leisure Centre, Mappleton Rd, Ashbourne DE6 2AA

Finish

Ashbourne Leisure Centre (same as start)

Terrain

Multi-terrain, undulating, former railway line (trail)

Route

Out and back from Ashbourne to Buxton, uphill to Parsley Hay then downhill return

Getting There

Ashbourne is served by bus services; nearest railway station is in Derby (approximately 15 miles).

Race Day

Race day: Sunday 25 April 2027; arrive early for registration.

Good to know

What you get

Finisher medal

Chip timing

Race photos

Trophies & prizes for leading runners

On the day

Toilets

Showers

Changing facilities

Bag drop

Food vendors

Merchandise

Marshals on course

First aid on course

RecommendedHydration pack or reusable cup

Parking · FreeYes, parking is available at Ashbourne Leisure Centre. Car-sharing is encouraged.

Public transportAshbourne is served by bus services; nearest railway station is in Derby (approximately 15 miles).

AccessibilityThe trail is mostly flat and wide, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Aid stationsWater stations are provided; details of locations are not specified. Organisers encourage bringing your own reusable cup or hydration pack.

Before you enter

RefundsNo refunds for any reason including illness or injury.

TransfersYes, free transfer to another person up to 48 hours before the race. You must notify the organiser with the new runner's details.

DeferralsYes, deferral is possible up to 48 hours before the race with a £5 fee. You can defer to the following year's event or to another Nice Work event.

If the race is cancelledIf cancelled due to circumstances beyond control, no refund will be given. Organisers will aim to reschedule, and you will be offered a deferral or transfer to another event.

Bad weatherIf severe weather, the race may be postponed or cancelled. No refunds, but deferral or transfer offered.

Minimum ageParticipants must be 17 or older on race day.

HeadphonesIn-ear and over-ear headphones are not permitted. Bone-conducting headphones are allowed but must be at low volume to hear marshals.

Time limitYes, there is a 6-hour cut-off from the start time (09:00). If you anticipate taking longer, please contact the organiser.

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